1. Grilled lamb chops with ratatouille
Photo, Sian Richards.
A colourful dinner for four that’s perfect for backyard dining. Get the recipe.
2. Barbecued Greek antipasto kebabs
Photo, Roberto Caruso.
Stack up some Mediterranean-inspired kebabs this summer that feature fresh eggplant, artichoke hearts, mushrooms, peppers and halloumi cheese. Get the recipe.
3. Charred eggplant and shiitake mushroom bruschetta
Photo, Erik Putz.
Charred eggplant’s smoky flavour gives bruschetta a fresh spin, and pairs nciely with grilled mushrooms, miso and chopped cilantro. Get the recipe.
4. Ricotta and lemon eggplant involtini
Photo, Ryan Szulc.
These herbed, ricotta-filled eggplant rolls are hands-down one of our favourite ways to serve up a vegetarian meal. Top with homemade tomato sauce, and enjoy. Get the recipe.
5. Nigella’s baby eggplant with oregano and red onion
Photo, Roberto Caruso.
Keep it rustic by baking up these aubergine lovelies with the stalks on. Serve at room temperature with red onion dressing on top.
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6. Eggplant steaks with cauliflower pilaf
Photo, Sian Richards.
Tonight, pair a meaty eggplant steak with a light and colourful pilaf, topped with juicy pomegarante seeds.
Pro secret: To get the delicious seeds out of a pomegranate, slice it in half. Hold 1 half, cut side down, over a large bowl. Vigorously whack the skin side with a large wooden spoon until all the seeds pop out.
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7. Barbecued eggplant parmesan
Grilling the ingredients for this vegetarian entree — which also works as a side dish — gives it a whole new layer of flavour. Get the recipe.
8. Grilled eggplant tacos
Photo, Sian Richards.
Mix and match your filling with different toppings (we like guacamole, red cabbage slaw and hot sauce), and you’re on your way to a taco feast. Get the recipe.
9. Vegetarian BBQ Miso eggplant
Photo, Roberto Caruso.
Go vegetarian on the grill tonight with this protein-packed Japanese eggplant recipe. Serve with a crunchy apple salad and a tart white wine. Delicious. Get the recipe.
10. Grilled eggplant salad
Photo, John Cullen.
Garlic and capers add a punch of aroma and flavour to this colourful summer salad. Get the recipe.
11. Rigatoni pasta with eggplant and ricotta
Photo, Roberto Caruso.
Tonight, take your taste buds on quick trip to Italy with a rich Italian pasta, packed with tomatoes, basil and sauteéd eggplant. Get the recipe.
12. Jamie Oliver’s eggplant daal
Photo, David Loftus.
This vegetarian dish takes a little extra time in the kitchen — but is it ever worth the wait. Once it’s all plated, just roll them up, and tuck in! Get the recipe.
13. Panzanella salad
Photo, Erik Putz.
Fire up the grill and take on the whole meal. Grilled vegetables, bread and fresh herbs make up this simple summer salad — and it pairs well with whatever else you plan to throw on the ‘cue tonight. Get the recipe.
14. Pistachio and pomegranate couscous
Photo, Roberto Caruso.
Full of friendly fats, this vegetarian couscous packs as much protein as an egg. Get the recipe.
