Garlic & Herb Grilled Eggplant

Recipe By Rachel Anne |Updated 2025-09-15 |27 Comments

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Garlic & Herb Grilled Eggplant

PREP15 min

COOK10 min

Garlic & Herb Grilled Eggplant is smoky, savory, and incredibly easy. This side dish is bursting with Mediterranean flavor and perfect for cookouts or healthy meals!

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4SERVINGS

Ingredients

2 medium eggplants (about 1 1/2 lbs), sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/3 cup mixed fresh herbs (parsley, basil, oregano), finely chopped
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Optional: extra chopped herbs and lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

1
Slice eggplants into 1/2-inch rounds, optionally salt and blot to remove bitterness.
2
In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, chopped herbs, salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
3
Toss eggplant slices in the marinade until thoroughly coated; let sit for 5–30 minutes.
4
Preheat grill (or grill pan) to medium-high. Grill eggplant in a single layer for 4–5 minutes per side until grill-marked and tender.
5
Serve immediately, garnished with more herbs and lemon wedges if desired.