Grilled Eggplant Sandwich
Crispy, cheesy, garlicky, and packed with fresh flavor, this eggplant sandwich is a great option for when you're looking for something simple but that still feels a little special.
Ingredients
- 1 medium eggplant
- olive oil, as needed
- 1 medium tomato
- 3oz fresh mozzarella
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 baguette, cut in half
- fresh basil leaves
- salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven broiler. Line a baking sheet with foil.
- Cut the eggplant lengthwise into 1/4-inch-thick slices.
- Brush the slices on both sides with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Place on prepare baking sheet and broil for 10 minutes, or until tender and brown.
- Meanwhile, slice the tomato and mozzarella; cut the garlic clove in half. Season the tomato with salt and pepper.
- Remove the eggplant from the oven and place a mozzarella slice on top of each slice. Return to the oven for another minute or two, until the mozzarella is browned. Remove and set aside.
- Cut the baguette halves in half lengthwise. Brush the cut sides with olive oil, then gently rub with the cut side of the garlic clove. Broil for 2 minutes, or until golden.
- Layer the eggplant, tomatoes, and basil on the bottom pieces. Place the top pieces over the filling and garnish with fresh basil. Serve.