The Best Grilled Eggplant with Chimichurri

This grilled eggplant with chimichurri sauce is a perfect side dish for a summer barbecue that gets gobbled up in no time! Grilled to perfection then drizzled with tangy, garlicky chimichurri sauce. This easy recipe is paleo, vegan, Whole30, and keto-friendly!

Prep Time10

Cook Time10

Total Time20

Course: Appetizer, Side Dish

Cuisine: Argentinian

Keyword: chimichurri recipe, grilled aubergine, grilled eggplant recipe, grilled vegetables

Servings: servings

Ingredients

Chimichurri Sauce

1/2 cup flat-leaf parsley packed
2-3 garlic cloves
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes or more to taste
Salt & pepper to taste
2 tbsp red wine vinegar
1 tbsp lemon juice
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil

Eggplant Slices

1 large eggplant about 1 lb
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp sea salt
1 tsp ground black pepper

Instructions

Combine all ingredients for the chimichurri in a food processor, and process until finely chopped and mixed. Alternatively, you can chop all the ingredients finely and whisk together. Taste to adjust seasoning.
Let the chimichurri sit for at least 20 minutes before using. Prepare the eggplant while it sits.
Heat the grill to medium high heat.
Cut the eggplant into 1/2 inch round slices. Brush both sides with olive oil, then sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Grill for 5 minutes per side, covering the grill between flipping. The slices should be tender with grill marks.
Remove from the grill and drizzle with chimichurri sauce while still warm. You'll only need about 1/2 of the sauce. Store the rest in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

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Notes

Storage Tips

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.

To freeze, I recommend not adding the chimichurri to the eggplant. Once grilled, freeze the eggplant in a freezer-safe container with wax paper in between each slice so they don't stick. They should last for about 8 months frozen this way. Thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat in the air fryer, stove top, or microwave.

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