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Lemon-Mint Sauce

This bright vinaigrette is good for a lot more than just grilled eggplant.

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    5 minutes

  • Yield

    Makes 4 servings

Ingredients

1 small garlic clove, finely chopped
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Whisk garlic, oil, parsley, mint, and lemon juice in a medium bowl; season with salt and pepper.

    Step 2

    Spoon half of sauce onto a platter. Place eggplants on top, season with salt, and spoon remaining sauce over. Let sit 30 minutes to let flavors meld.

    Step 3

    DO AHEAD: Lemon-Mint Sauce can be made 2 hours ahead. Cover and chill.

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