Grilled Eggplant and Tomato Salad
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4 slender eggplants (1/2 pound each), sliced crosswise 1/2 inch thick
4 large firm tomatoes, sliced crosswise 1/2 inch thick
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Sea salt and freshly ground pepper
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon drained capers, plus 1 tablespoon juice from the jar
1/2 tablespoon sherry vinegar
3/4 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
1/2 cup basil leaves
1. Light a grill. Arrange the eggplant and tomato slices on a rimmed baking sheet and brush on both sides with 1/2 cup of the olive oil. Season with salt and pepper and sprinkle with the oregano. Grill the tomato slices over a hot fire for about 1 minute per side, or until they are charred but still hold their shape. Transfer to a platter. Grill the eggplant slices over a medium-hot fire for about 5 minutes per side or until lightly charred and tender.
2. In a bowl, combine the capers and caper juice with the vinegar, lemon zest and the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
3. To assemble the salad, overlap alternating grilled tomato and eggplant slices on a large platter. Tuck the basil leaves between the slices. Drizzle the dressing on top and serve.
Servings: 4
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