Summer Parmigiana

This summer version of a parmigiana is quick to do, easy to make and truly delicious! It's perfect as an appetizer or as a light main course for your summer dining. If you wish to have yours warm, you can build each parmigiana on an oven tray instead and warm them up in the oven, just enough to get the mozzarella melting. I love mine fresh and I like adding a light drizzle of balsamic vinegar at the end for a touch of sweetness and acidity. 

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Serves: 2-3
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Ingredients

• 1 aubergine
• 2 large tomatoes
• 2 mozzarella balls
• Grana Padano cheese
• Olive oil
• Balsamic vinegar
• Dried oregano
• Fresh basil leaves
• Salt & pepper

Method

1. Start by slicing the tomatoes into round discs, about half a finger thick. Next, slice the aubergine into slightly thinner discs than the tomatoes. Place the aubergine slices in a bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt, black pepper, and a sprinkle of dried oregano. Massage the seasoning into the slices to coat them evenly. Repeat the same process with the tomato slices.
2. Heat a barbecue grill or a griddle pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the aubergine slices and grill them until they are nicely charred on both sides, ensuring they are cooked through. After the aubergines, quickly grill the tomato slices. Cook them just enough to get some grill marks, but keep them juicy and not overly soft. Slice the mozzarella balls into round discs similar in thickness to the tomatoes.
3. Now that you have all the element ready, start by layering each parmigiana straight on the serving plates. First a slice of grilled aubergine, followed by a slice of grilled tomato and a slice of mozzarella. Add a fresh basil leaf on top of the mozzarella and  sprinkle a little grated Grana Padano cheese over.
4. Repeat the layers once more in the same order. Finishing the top layer with a sprinkle of  grated Grana Padano cheese, a drizzle some extra virgin olive oil over the top and a light drizzle of balsamic vinegar for a touch of sweetness and acidity.
5. Serve immediately and enjoy this light, fresh, and delicious summer parmigiana as a perfect appetiser or light main course!

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