This can easily fly solo as a vegetarian main course, or be served as a hearty side to a simple sausage or chicken breast.
Moroccan Eggplant with Garbanzo Beans
Sweet chunks of red bell pepper meet with tart pieces of eggplant and meld together in the spices for a fantastic stew that is rich in vitamin c and fiber. The chewy little raisins reconstitute in the sauce and add yet another level of texture.
Quinoa Stuffed Peppers
None of these ingredients are set in stone. There’s no limit to the flavor combinations you can make.
Eggplant Bolognese
In a side-by-side, there is no comparison with traditional meaty bolognese; they are simply two different beasts. But to take this dish for what it is, it’s great in its own right.
Quinoa Stuffing
I began with a saute of celery, onion, and shallot and added to that mushrooms, summer squash, zucchini, eggplant, baby spinach, fresh basil, and assorted dried herbs. Then I tossed in some cooked quinoa and shaved over a bit of Pecorino Romano.
Eggplant Risotto with Tomatoes and Basil
Another classic combo – eggplant, tomatoes, and basil.