Grilled Eggplant & Tomato Bundles

By ldelmas

Ingredients

• 1 medium eggplant, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
• 2 large tomatoes, sliced
• 1 large ball smoked mozzarella cheese
• 4 Tbsp. olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, very finely minced
• 2 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar
• 1 pinch of thyme, basil, dill, and oregano
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat grill over medium heat.

In a medium-size bowl, combine olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, and herbs. Brush both sides of the eggplant with the olive oil and vinegar mixture. Season with salt and pepper.

Arrange half of the eggplant slices on a tray. Top each eggplant with a slice of smoked mozzarella, tomato, and another slice of mozzarella. Then, top with the remaining eggplant slices. Sprinkle salt and pepper on each bundle.

Arrange bundles on the grill grate. Cook approximately 4 – 5 minutes; carefully flip, then cook an additional 4 – 5 minutes.

To serve, garnish with a generous sprinkle of fresh Parmesan cheese.