Roasted Eggplant with Fresh Basil Vinaigrette

Name: Roasted Eggplant with Fresh Basil Vinaigrette
Prep time: PT15|15|15M
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 Servings
Ingredients: FOR ROASTED EGGPLANT:; 1 tbsp olive oil, plus more for the pan; 1 eggplant, trimmed and cut into 3/4-inch cubes; 1/2 tsp dried basil; 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper; 3 tbsp Basil Vinaigrette; FOR BASIL VINAIGRETTE DRESSING:; 3 tbsp white wine vinegar; 3 tbsp chopped fresh basil; 1 tsp Dijon mustard; 1 tsp monk fruit extract; 1/2 tsp sea salt; 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil

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September 28, 2017

Eggplant is a superhero full of fiber and disease-fighting phytonutrients. I love it here, roasted and dressed with this irresistible basil vinaigrette.

Virgin Diet compliant: Cycles 1, 2, and 3
Sugar Impact Diet compliant: Cycles 1, 2, and 3

Prep: 15 mins
Cook: 25 mins
Yields: 4 Servings

Ingredients

FOR ROASTED EGGPLANT:

1 tbsp olive oil, plus more for the pan

1 eggplant, trimmed and cut into 3/4-inch cubes

1/2 tsp dried basil

1 tsp freshly ground black pepper

3 tbsp Basil Vinaigrette

FOR BASIL VINAIGRETTE DRESSING:

3 tbsp white wine vinegar

3 tbsp chopped fresh basil

1 tsp Dijon mustard

1 tsp monk fruit extract

1/2 tsp sea salt

1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Directions

1FOR ROASTED EGGPLANT:

2Preheat the oven to 450°F. Lightly dampen a paper towel with a small amount of olive oil and wipe the rimmed baking sheet with it.

3Combine the eggplant, the 1 tablespoon of oil, basil, salt, and pepper in a large bowl and toss well to coat.

4Place the eggplant on the prepared baking sheet. Roast until lightly browned and tender, about 20 to 22 minutes.

5Transfer the eggplant to a bowl; and the basil vinaigrette and toss well. Serve warm or at room temperature.

6FOR BASIL VINAIGRETTE DRESSING:

7Combine the vinegar, basil, mustard, monk fruit extract, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.

8Slowly whisk in the oil until well combined. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Originally published in JJ Virgin's Sugar Impact Diet Cookbook, Grand Central Life & Style, 2015

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Nutrition Facts

Calories130

Sodium230 mg

Protein5 g

Sugar3 g

Total Fat10 g

Saturated Fat1.5 g

Total Carbohydrates8 g

Dietary Fiber4 g

Roasted Eggplant with Fresh Basil Vinaigrette

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