Balsamic-Infused Eggplant Carpaccio

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Crisp, thinly sliced eggplant layered with a tangy balsamic glaze and fresh herbs for a refreshing appetizer. This Mediterranean-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, pairs eggplant, balsamic vinegar, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 110 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 110 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Toss eggplant slices with balsamic vinegar, olive oil, garlic, thyme, and black pepper. Let marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Layer slices on a plate, drizzle with remaining vinegar, and top with croutons. Serve at room temperature.

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