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    Home » Recipes » Side Dishes » Grilled Fairytale Eggplant

    LAST UPDATED: May 21, 2022 • FIRST PUBLISHED: August 22, 2011 By Toni Dash 27 Comments

    Grilled Fairytale Eggplant

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    fairy tale eggplant in a basket.

    Fairy Tale Eggplant is a tiny eggplant that looks straight out of a fairy tale! It’s delicious when grilled and doesn’t need to be peeled or salted first.

    fairy tale eggplant in a basket.

    Once upon a time there was an eggplant so magical mere words were completely inadequate to convey its charm…..

    Two years ago at the Boulder Farmer’s Market I came upon some diminutive lavender striped tubular vegetables whose size could be described in no other way but ‘totally cute’. I had no idea what they might be and then learned they were eggplant; ‘Fairytale Eggplant’. Well with the name I was a gonner. 

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    fairy tale eggplant in a bowl.

    What are Fairy Tale Eggplant?

    These enchanting little eggplants only grow to about 4 inches in length and are about an inch in diameter. Their claim to fame? They do not need to be peeled to be eaten and no special steps are required to leach out any bitterness. They are perfect to begin with.

    For the past two summers I’ve grown my own Fairytale Eggplant (and an equally charming variety called ‘Twinkle’). I prefer to grill them which could not be easier. They do not get slimy as some eggplant can as well. I feel certain once you try them they will cast their spell over you as well!

    fairy tale eggplant growing on trellis

    These are the Fairytale eggplants in my garden. The plants are no higher than about 12 inches with the plant on the right ready to harvest (eggplant are about 4 inches long). The plant on the left has a bit more to grow with the eggplant being about 2-3 inches in length.

    fairy tale eggplant close up.

    Where to find Fairy Tale Eggplant?

    Farmer’s Markets are a good place to look or stores with more extensive produce selections like Whole Foods Market.

    They are fun to grow in a home garden too!

    fairy tale eggplant grilled.

    How to grill Fairy Tale Eggplant

    STEP 1. Heat the grill

    Heat the grill to medium heat. Scrape and oil the grates.

    STEP 2. Prepare the eggplant

    Slice the fairy tale eggplant into 1/2-inch slices lengthwise.

    fairy tale eggplant with oil.

    STEP 3. Grill

    Brush each side of the eggplant slices with olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

    Grill on each side about 1-1 1/2 minutes.

    fairy tale eggplant slices on the grill.
    fairy tale eggplant slices on the grill flip side.

    NOTE: You will note the color change in the flesh from opaque yellowish-white to a more translucent, watery yellow, and in the purple skin to brown. Do not over grill.

    grilled fairy tale eggplant on a plate.

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    fairy tale eggplant grilled.

    Grilled Fairy Tale Eggplant

    These miniature eggplant are absolutely delicious and do not need to be peeled or salted before grilling (or eating). If you can find them at a local Farmer's Market, grab them! They will become a favorite.
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    Course: Side Dish
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 3 minutes
    Total Time: 13 minutes
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 116kcal
    Author: Toni Dash
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    Equipment

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    Ingredients

    • 6 Fairy tale eggplant
    • 1-2 tablespoons Olive oil
    • Salt and pepper to taste

    Instructions

    • Heat the grill to medium heat. Scrape and oil the grill.
    • Cut eggplant in the ½ inch strips lengthwise. Brush each side with olive oil and lightly salt and pepper.
    • Grill on each side about 1-1 1/2 minutes. You will note the color change in the flesh from opaque yellowish-white to a more translucent, watery yellow, and in the purple skin to brown. Do not over grill.

    Notes

    The amount of eggplant per person will depend on their size. We estimated 1-2 per person but any amount can be grilled.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 116kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 7mg | Potassium: 776mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 78IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Originally published August 22, 2011

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    ABOUT THE AUTHOR

    TONI DASH
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    Toni Dash, is a Certified Nutrition Coach and the writer/blogger, photographer, recipe developer and creator of Boulder Locavore®. She has been developing easy to make, well-tested recipes since 2010. Her seasonal recipes bring excitement to the dining table for both gluten-free and gluten diners. Toni has been featured in numerous publications and on culinary websites for her creative, delicious recipes and travel features. For more details, check out her About page.

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    1. Judith Beltz says

      July 23, 2016 at 12:20 pm

      I planted some of these in my container garden this year. They are easy to grow and most prolific.

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    2. Unknown says

      August 01, 2012 at 9:27 pm

      5 stars
      I was just given these cute egg plants and they are delish. I even made ratatouille with them.

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      • Toni @ Boulder Locavore says

        August 02, 2012 at 6:59 pm

        Lucky you! Aren't they a find? Great idea on the Ratatouille.

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