1cupfresh Italian flat-leaf parsley, leaves only, stems removed
¼cupfresh cilantro, leaves only, stems removed
¼cupfresh oregano , leaves only, stems removed
⅓cuproughly chopped red onion or shallots
3clovesgarlic, peeled
½teaspoonred pepper flakes
½cupextra virgin olive oil
¼cupred wine vinegar
3tablespoonsfresh lemon juice
1teaspoonkosher salt
For the Grilled Eggplant
2globe eggplants, about 1 pound each
2tablespoonsextra virgin olive oil
1tablespoonkosher salt
1 tablespoonfreshly ground black pepper
Instructions
For the Chimichurri Sauce
To the container of a blender or food processor, add the parsley, oregano, cilantro, onion, and garlic and pulse to mince. Add the red pepper flakes, olive oil, vinegar, and lemon juice and pulse 2-3 times to mix. Season with kosher salt and add more to taste. Or, finely mince all of the ingredients with a sharp knife, then whisk with the olive oil, vinegar, and lemon juice in a bowl or shake in a covered glass jar. Make ahead and store in the refrigerator 1-3 days or until ready to serve.
For the Grilled Eggplant
Heat the grill at medium-high heat (400-450°F) and brush the grill grates clean. Cut each eggplant crosswise into ½-inch thick slices. Lightly brush both sides of the eggplant slices with oil and season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Grill the eggplant with the lid closed for 5-7 minutes each side, turning once, or until the slices become tender and are well grill-marked.
Remove from the grill and drizzle the warm eggplant with the chimichurri sauce to taste. Serve warm or at room temperature with more chimichurri sauce on the side. Leftover sauce can be refrigerated for up to 1 week.
Notes
Make the chimichurri sauce ahead of time and refrigerate for 1-3 days before serving. Feel free to omit the cilantro or oregano in the chimichurri sauce, and make up the amount by using the Italian parsley instead. Serve the grilled eggplant warm or buffet style at room temperature.