Grilled vegetables with feta in foil topcook.tomathouse.com
Ingredients:
- 0.5 cups olive oil
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 3 cloves garlic, crushed
- 2 carrots, cut into 0.5 cm thick circles.
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into bite-size pieces
- 1 ear of corn, cut crosswise into 6 pieces
- 1 Italian eggplant, halved lengthwise and cut into 1cm thick half-moons.
- 1 large Russet Burbank potato, quartered lengthwise and cut into 1cm thick pieces.
- 1 zucchini, halved lengthwise and cut into 1cm thick pieces.
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (from about 1.5 lemons)
- 1 tbsp za'atar
- 1 teaspoon sumac
- 100 g wet feta, crumbled
- Special equipment: charcoal grill
Preparation:
- Preheat a charcoal grill using indirect heat. The coals are ready when they burn down and are covered with ash.
- In a large bowl, combine 3 tablespoons of olive oil, oregano, smoked paprika, and garlic. Add the carrots, peppers, corn, eggplant, potatoes, and zucchini to the olive oil mixture and toss to coat thoroughly.
- Tear off eight 12x18-inch (30x45 cm) sheets of heavy-duty aluminum foil and arrange them in stacks of two on a work surface (you should have four stacks). Divide the vegetables among the sheets of foil, about 2 cups per serving.
- To assemble the parcel, bring the two long sides of the foil together and fold the edges over several times, sealing and leaving space above the vegetables for steam. Fold the short sides over to seal the vegetables inside.
- Carefully distribute the coals with large tongs, then place the foil packages on top and cover with coals. Cover the grill with a lid and grill until the vegetables are tender, 25-30 minutes. Check for doneness by inserting a wooden skewer into each package; it should slide easily through the vegetables.
- Transfer the parcels to a heat-resistant work surface and let cool for 5 minutes before carefully opening. Using a spatula or large spoon, scoop the contents out onto a serving dish. Sprinkle the vegetables with 1 teaspoon of salt and 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper.
- In a small bowl, combine the lemon juice, za'atar, sumac, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 tablespoon water, and the remaining 5 tablespoons olive oil. Pour the dressing over the vegetables, making sure they are well coated. Sprinkle the feta over the vegetables. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Nutritional value per serving: Calories 490, Total Fat 34g, Saturated Fat 8g, Protein 10g, Carbohydrates 41g, Fiber 9g, Cholesterol 25mg, Sodium 1031mg, Sugars 13g. |