Brown Rice Fettuccine with Grilled Zucchini, Eggplant, and Feta
- 3 zucchini, trimmed and quartered lengthwise (1 1/4 lb.)
- 3 Japanese eggplants, trimmed and quartered lengthwise ( 3/4 lb.)
- 1 large red bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch-wide strips
- 2 Tbs. olive oil
- 2 Tbs. white balsamic vinegar
- 3 cup torn fresh basil leaves
- 3 cup torn fresh mint leaves
- 3 cloves garlic, minced (1 Tbs.)
- 8 oz. brown rice fettuccine
- 2 oz. feta cheese, coarsely crumbled
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- Heat grill to medium-high heat.
- Coat zucchini, eggplants, and bell pepper with cooking spray.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Grill 8 minutes, or until tender and slightly charred, turning once.
- Transfer vegetables to work surface, and cut crosswise into 1/2-inch pieces.
- Toss with olive oil, vinegar, basil, mint, and garlic; set aside.
- Meanwhile, cook fettuccine in large pot of boiling salted water according to package directions until al dente, stirring often to prevent sticking.
- Drain.
- Add fettuccine, feta, and green onions to zucchini mixture, and toss to coat.
- Season with salt and pepper.
zucchini, eggplants, red bell pepper, olive oil, white balsamic vinegar, basil, mint leaves, garlic, brown rice, feta cheese, green onions
Taken from www.vegetariantimes.com/recipe/brown-rice-fettuccine-with-grilled-zucchini-eggplant-and-feta/ (may not work)