Salată de Vinete

Experience the rich, smoky flavors of Salată de Vinete, a traditional Romanian eggplant salad blended with creamy mayonnaise and zesty onion. Ideal for a light lunch or as an appetizer at your next gathering.

• 2 medium eggplants
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1 medium onion
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Method

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).

2. 2

   Prick the eggplants with a fork several times and place them on a baking tray.

3. 3

   Roast the eggplants in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, or until the skin is charred and the flesh is tender.

4. 4

   Remove the eggplants from the oven, let them cool, then peel off the skin and discard it. Chop the flesh finely.

5. 5

   In a bowl, combine the chopped eggplant, mayonnaise, chopped onion, salt, and lemon juice. Mix well until smooth.

6. 6

   Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve chilled or at room temperature with bread.