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35 Eggplant Recipes You’ll Want to Eat Every Day

Updated on March 01, 2024

Cheese-topped eggplant Parmesan, savory ratatouille, hearty moussaka and more: there’s almost no limit to the delicious dishes you can make with eggplant.

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Our Best Ideas for Eggplant

Whether you’ve noticed this plump purple fruit popping up at the grocery store or have been growing eggplant at home and are ready to harvest, the sight of it has probably made you think about a warm, cheesy eggplant Parmesan at least once. Us, too. But, eggplant is surprisingly versatile—and great in everything from pastas to gratins. Trying to eat more veggies? Make ratatouille. Looking for a light-yet-satisfying warm-weather dinner? Try eggplant crisp with a walnut “streusel”. The perfect side for any summer get-together? Pasta salad with roasted eggplant. With these recipes you’ll be able to turn your eggplant into a wide variety of delicious dishes, starting with this grilled one. We’ve topped the eggplant with feta (that’s been marinated in herbs and pepper flakes) for a nice, salty balance to the otherwise rich and smoky flavor.

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Eggplant Parmigiana

Filled with a trio of cheeses, a mouthwatering homemade red sauce and crispy fried eggplant rounds, Alex Guarnaschelli's vegetarian dish gives any meat-filled Parm a run for its money. She admits she'd eat this for her last meal on Earth — how can you argue with that?

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Moussaka on the Grill

Craving hearty comfort food while trying to make the most of grilling season? Michael Symon's got just the recipe.

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No-Fry Sheet Pan Eggplant Parmesan

Skip the messy process of frying eggplant and bake it on a sheet pan instead. The thick slices get the same crisp exterior and soft interior, but you'll use a lot less oil.

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