"What's for Dinner?!" I'm always thinking about it, thought I'd share.

"What's for Dinner?!" I'm always thinking about it, thought I'd share.

Sunday, December 2, 2012

Lavash Pizzas with Arugula and Eggplant

 I've got to give credit to Kara Brooks of Still River  Cafe in Eastford, CT for this one.  It's great for a cocktail party of light dinner.

1 1/2# eggplant, peeled, cut into 1/2" cubes (about 3 cups)
1 tsp. sea salt, plus extra for seasoning
2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil, divided plus more for brushing
Freshly ground black pepper
4 8" squares soft whole wheat lavash
1 C. Small cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 C. chopped green onions
1/2 C. Coarsely grated mozzarella
1/4 C. Finely grated Parmesan
1 Tbsp. chopped fresh oregano
1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
8 C. Arugula
1 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice

Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.

Toss eggplant with 1 tsp. salt in a mixing bowl.  Let sit between double layers of paper towels for 10 minutes.  Pat dry.  Return to bowl; toss with 1 Tbsp. olive oil.  Sprinkle with salt and pepper, spread on a rimmed baking sheet.  Roast in hot oven until soft and browned, about 15 minutes.

Brush oil on lavash; arrange on 2 more rimmed baking sheets.  Top with roasted eggplant, tomatoes, green onions, cheeses, oregano, and red pepper flakes.  Bake until cheese melts, about 5 minutes.  Toss arugula, 1 Tbsp. oil, and lemon juice in a large bowl.  Season with salt and pepper.  Mound salad over pizzas.  Cut into serving pieces.  Enjoy!




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