Follow these steps for perfect results
Eggplant
sliced
Extra-virgin olive oil
divided
Cooking spray
for grilling
Multigrain baguette
1/2-ounce slices
Salt
divided
Fresh lemon juice
divided
Plain Greek yogurt
whole-milk
Freshly ground black pepper
divided
Garlic
minced
Arugula
fresh
Cherry tomatoes
quartered
Fresh mint leaves
torn
Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
shaved
Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
Slice eggplant into 1-inch-thick slices.
Brush both sides of eggplant evenly with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
Coat grill rack with cooking spray.
Place eggplant in a single layer on the grill rack.
Grill eggplant for 6 minutes on each side or until tender.
Brush both sides of baguette slices evenly with 2 tablespoons olive oil.
Place baguette slices in a single layer on the grill rack.
Grill baguette slices for 1 minute on each side or until toasted.
Combine grilled eggplant, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, Greek yogurt, black pepper, and garlic in a food processor.
Pulse until coarsely chopped.
Spoon about 1 heaping tablespoon eggplant mixture on each toasted baguette slice.
Combine arugula, quartered cherry tomatoes, and torn mint leaves in a bowl.
Drizzle with remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice and remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil.
Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt.
Toss the salad mixture to coat.
Divide the salad mixture evenly among the eggplant-topped baguette slices.
Top each crostini evenly with shaved Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.
Serve immediately.
Expert advice for the best results
Grill the eggplant and baguette slices ahead of time for easier assembly.
Adjust the amount of lemon juice to taste.
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the eggplant mixture for a hint of spice.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
The eggplant and bread can be grilled ahead of time.
Arrange the crostini artfully on a platter. Garnish with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of fresh herbs.
Serve as an appetizer at a party.
Enjoy as a light lunch or snack.
Bright, crisp, medium-bodied chenin blanc.
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