GRILLED EGGPLANT, TOMATO AND GOAT CHEESE

GRILLED EGGPLANT, TOMATO AND GOAT CHEESE image

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 medium eggplant, sliced into 1/4 inch rounds
2 large tomatoes, diced
1 log (11 ounce) goat cheese
4 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

Preheat grill for medium heat.
In a large bowl, coat eggplant with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Season with salt and pepper.
Arrange half of the eggplant slices on a tray. Place a slice of tomato and a slice of goat cheese on each slice of eggplant. Sprinkle a little salt and pepper on the tomatoes and cheese. Top with remaining slices of eggplant, and secure each bundle with a toothpick.
Lightly oil the grill grate. Remove toothpicks, and arrange bundles on grate. Cook about 7 to 8 minutes, then carefully flip. Continue cooking for 6 to 7 minutes.
Note: To cook in the oven, bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 15 to 20 minutes, or until softened and melt in your mouth delicious.
Note: Fresh mozzarella can easily be substituted if you don't like goat cheese.