Aubergine Caprese with Grilled Tomato and Basil Vinaigrette

Ingredients for Aubergine Caprese with Grilled Tomato and Basil Vinaigrette

• 1 (1-pound) globe aubergine, trimmed, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick rounds

• Olive oil (for grilling)

• 1 large plum tomato (about 110g )

• 1/3 cup chopped fresh basil plus sprigs for garnish

• 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar

• 60ml olive oil

• 2 (7- to 230g ) balls fresh or buffalo mozzarella cheese, drained, thinly sliced

• 900g (about 4 large) heirloom tomatoes (preferably assorted colours), thinly sliced

How to make Aubergine Caprese with Grilled Tomato and Basil Vinaigrette

Prepare barbecue (medium heat). Arrange aubergine slices on baking sheet. Brush both sides with oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill until slightly charred and tender, turning occasionally and moving to cook evenly, about 5 minutes. Transfer to foil-lined baking sheet. Grill plum tomato until skin is charred and split, turning often, about 5 minutes. Transfer to sheet with aubergine and cool. Core plum tomato; place in blender. Add chopped basil, vinegar, and 1/4 cup oil. Blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to small bowl. DO AHEAD Aubergine and dressing can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.

Overlap aubergine slices, cheese slices, and heirloom tomato slices on individual plates or large platter. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Drizzle salad with dressing and garnish with basil sprigs.

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