Eggplant and Tomato Salad

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This recipe was recommended to us by Liz, one of our followers on Facebook.  It is quick and easy to make and will make a great salad to accompany anything you wish to barbeque.

Thank you for the link, Liz!  And any one else who has a favorite recipe for the veggie of the month, please feel free to share.

Cleo, Food Bank volunteer

Ingredients

• 2 globe eggplants, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch slices
• 2 beefsteak tomatoes, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch slices
• Extra-virgin olive oil
• Kosher salt
• Ground black pepper
• 1 pound fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/3-inch slices
• 10 fresh basil leaves

Preparation

• 1. Prepare the grill for direct cooking over medium heat (350° to 450°F).
• 2. Brush the eggplant and tomato slices with oil and season evenly with salt and pepper. Brush the cooking grates clean. Grill over direct medium heat, with the lid closed as much as possible, until the vegetables are tender and nicely marked, turning once. The eggplant will take about 8 minutes and the tomatoes will take 2 to 4 minutes. Remove from the grill as they are done.
• 3. Divide the eggplants, tomatoes, cheese, and basil among four plates. Drizzle with a little more olive oil or your favorite salad dressing, if desired.

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