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Eggplant Salad with Dill and Garlic Recipe
Eggplant Salad with Dill and Garlic Recipe-February 2024
Feb 12, 2026 3:34 AM

  Editor's note: This recipe was created by chef Einat Admony for an Israeli Passover menu.

  This tangy salad is an interesting departure from baba ghanoush, and makes a terrific Passover starter when served with matzoh. You'll want to begin preparing it a day ahead, since it has to marinate overnight.

  

Ingredients

Makes 8 to 10 servings

  3 large eggplants (about 1 1/2 pounds each), peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes

  3 tablespoons kosher salt

  3 red bell peppers

  9 tablespoons olive oil

  8 cloves garlic, thinly sliced

  1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped

  3 tablespoons white vinegar

  2 teaspoons sugar

  Sheets of matzoh, for serving

  

Step 1

In several large colanders set over bowls, toss eggplant cubes with salt. Let stand 1 hour to drain.

  

Step 2

Meanwhile, using tongs or long-handled fork, hold peppers over open flame, turning until blackened on all sides, 2 to 3 minutes. (Alternatively, on rack of broiler pan under preheated broiler about 2 inches from heat, broil peppers, turning every 5 minutes, until skins are blistered and charred, 15 to 25 minutes.) Transfer to large bowl, cover tightly with plastic wrap, and let stand 15 minutes. Peel, seed, and dice.

  

Step 3

Rinse eggplant under cold water and blot dry with paper towels. In large heavy skillet over moderately high heat, heat 3 tablespoons olive oil until hot but not smoking. Working in 3 batches and using 3 tablespoons oil for each batch, sauté eggplant and garlic until tender, about 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels.

  

Step 4

Transfer eggplant and garlic to large bowl. Add peppers, dill, vinegar, and sugar and toss to combine. Chill overnight. Serve cold or at room temperature, accompanied by matzoh.

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