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- 2 aubergines
- 4 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
- 1 fat garlic clove
- 1 Tbsp. capers, drained
- 2 large handfuls soft green (we used parsley and mint) about 50g
- 1 tsp. Dijon mustard
- Pinch of sugar
- Finely grated zest and juice 1-2 lemons
- Pitta or tortilla chips, to serve
- Step 1Preheat grill as high as it will go. Prick aubergines a few times with a fork, then rub with a little oil to grease. Place on a foil-lined baking tray and grill, turning regularly, for 30-45min or until blackened all over and starting to collapse. Carefully remove to a serving plate and leave to cool slightly while you make the salsa.
- Step 2Finely chop garlic and capers on a board. Pick leaves from herbs (discard stalks), place on top and roughly chop. Transfer to a bowl; stir in mustard, sugar, oil, zest and juice of 1 lemon and some seasoning. Check seasoning; add more lemon juice, if needed – the dressing should be punchy.
- Step 3Cut a long slit in each aubergine and pull the sides apart so it opens out, exposing the middle. Fluff the flesh with a fork, drizzle over the salsa and serve with pitta or tortilla chips.
GET AHEAD Prepare to end of step 2 up to 30min ahead. Keep aubergine in a warm place. Complete recipe to serve.
Per serving:
- Calories: 51
- Protein: 1g
- Fat: 4g
- Sat fat: 1g
- Carbs: 2g
- Sugars: 2g
- Fibre: 2g
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