Grilled Aubergine Rolls

Along with sun-dried tomatoes and fresh basil, these grilled aubergine rolls are filled with a creamy vegan cheese mix. They are great as an appetizer or side dish for any event.

Ingredients:

• 2 large aubergines
• 1 cup vegan cream cheese
• 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
• 2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

Preheat grill to medium-high heat

Slice the aubergines lengthwise into thin strips

Brush the aubergine slices with olive oil and season with salt and pepper

Grill the aubergine slices for 2-3 minutes on each side until tender and grill marks appear

In a bowl, mix the vegan cream cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, basil, and pine nuts

Spread a spoonful of the cream cheese mixture onto each grilled aubergine slice

Roll up the aubergine slices and secure with toothpicks if needed

Place the aubergine rolls back on the grill for another minute to warm through

Serve hot, garnished with additional basil if desired