Ingredients

1 large eggplant 

1 coarsely chopped tomato 

2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion 

1 tablespoon olive oil 

1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar 

2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley 

Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper 

Crudites, bread, and crackers, for serving 

Preparation

Place eggplant over a gas burner set on high (or place under broiler). Cook, turning as needed, until blackened and soft. Set aside to cool. Remove skin; discard. Coarsely chop eggplant; drain in a colander for 15 minutes. Combine eggplant, tomato, onion, olive oil, vinegar, and parsley; season with salt and pepper. Serve at room temperature with crudites, bread, and crackers.