Ingredients
2 medium eggplants (about 1.5 lbs / 680g), sliced into ½-inch rounds or half-moons
4 tbsp olive oil, divided
1 tsp dried oregano
½ tsp salt, or to taste
¼ tsp black pepper, or to taste
4 oz (113g) feta cheese, crumbled
2 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
2 tbsp fresh oregano, chopped
1 tbsp fresh mint, chopped (optional)
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Red pepper flakes, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Wash and slice the eggplants into ½-inch thick rounds or half-moons. (Optional: If salting, place slices on paper towels, sprinkle with salt, let sit 30 minutes, then pat very dry.)
Step 2: In a large bowl, toss the eggplant slices with 3 tablespoons of olive oil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
Step 3: Arrange the eggplant in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and golden brown.
Step 4: While the eggplant roasts, prepare the topping. In a medium bowl, combine the crumbled feta cheese, minced garlic, chopped fresh parsley, fresh oregano, and fresh mint (if using). Drizzle with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and fresh lemon juice. Stir gently.
Step 5: Once the roasted eggplant is out of the oven, generously spoon the feta and herb mixture over the warm slices. Serve immediately, garnished with red pepper flakes if desired.
Notes
For best results, use fresh, firm eggplants. Don’t overcrowd the baking sheet when roasting to ensure proper caramelization. This dish is fantastic served warm, but leftovers are also delicious cold in salads.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dishes
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0.1g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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