Grilled Provencal Veg with Zesty Basil Vinaigrette

Provencal Grilled Vegetables with a Zesty Basil Mustard Vinaigrette

Experience a burst of Mediterranean flavors with our Provencal Grilled Vegetables, a harmonious blend of eggplant, zucchini, and bell peppers, all carefully grilled to perfection and dressed with a zesty basil mustard vinaigrette. This delicious and nutritious dish embodies the essence of the French countryside, offering a delightful dance of flavors and textures, sure to satisfy any palate.

Ingredients

• 2 medium eggplants (approximately 500 grams)
• 2 medium zucchinis (approximately 500 grams)
• 3 bell peppers (approximately 450 grams, a mix of red, yellow, and green)
• 4 medium tomatoes (approximately 500 grams)
• 2 medium onions (approximately 300 grams)
• 4 cloves garlic
• 60 ml olive oil
• 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 1 tbsp fresh basil, finely chopped
• 1 tsp fresh thyme, finely chopped
• Salt, to taste
• Pepper, to taste

Method

• Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (approximately 175°C to 200°C).
• Slice the eggplants, zucchinis, and bell peppers into 1 cm thick slices. Cut the tomatoes into thick wedges and the onions into thick rings.
• Finely mince the garlic cloves.
• In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper.
• Gently toss the vegetables in the oil mixture ensuring all pieces are well coated.
• Place the vegetables on the grill, ensuring they are evenly spaced and grill for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are well caramelized and tender.
• In a small bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, and fresh basil to create the vinaigrette.
• Once the vegetables are grilled, transfer them to a large serving platter and drizzle with the basil mustard vinaigrette.
• Garnish with additional fresh basil leaves and serve warm.

Tips

• Ensure the grill is well preheated to achieve those beautiful grill marks and to prevent the vegetables from sticking.
• Keep a close eye on the vegetables to avoid overcooking and maintain a delightfully tender-crisp texture.
• For a more robust flavor, marinate the vegetables in the oil mixture for 30 minutes before grilling.

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