We’re still in grilling season, but the days are getting cooler…this clearly calls for a batch of Grilled Eggplant Soup!
Prep Time20 minutesmins
Cook Time20 minutesmins
Total Time40 minutesmins
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Keyword: eggplant, grill
Servings: 6servings
Calories: 244kcal
Author: David
Ingredients
2medium eggplantsapprox ~2-2½ pounds each
5Tbspolive oildivided
2tspdried thyme
2tspsalt
1tspblack pepper
3medium tomatoeshalved
1medium onionpeeled and halved
6garlic clovespeeled and halved
3Tbspbalsamic vinegardivided
6cupslow-sodium chicken stock
½cupfeta cheesecrumbled
{optional garnish} chopped parsley and crumbled feta cheese
Instructions
Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
Slice eggplants into ½” slices. In a small dish, combine 3 Tbsp of olive oil with thyme, salt and pepper. Brush each slice of eggplant with this olive oil mixture.
Using aluminum foil, create a foil pouch and add the tomatoes, onion and garlic. Drizzle with remaining 2 Tbsp of olive oil along with 2 Tbsp of balsamic vinegar. Seal pouch tightly and place on grill for 5 minutes.
After about 5 minutes, add eggplant slices to the grill. Grill eggplants, turning occasionally, for 10-12 minutes, or until tender.
Meanwhile, bring stock to a simmer in a large stockpot. Once grilled, add the eggplant slices and contents of foil pouch. (Note: If onions and tomatoes are not soft at this point, leave the pouch on the grill for a few more minutes.)
Using a stick blender, puree until smooth. Stir in remaining 1 Tbsp of balsamic vinegar.
Garnish bowls with chopped parsley and crumbled feta cheese before serving.