M on Stage
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TypeSalad
Serves4 people
DateOctober 22, 2026
Grilled vegetables shape a big M: a comforting salad for Bond’s boss.
A warm salad of grilled aubergine and zucchini slices, arranged as the iconic raised 'M' desk from James Bond. The vegetable slices form a clear M silhouette on the plate, a tribute to Judi Dench’s role and her farewell due to vision loss.
Ingredients
- 2 aubergines
- 2 zucchinis
- 200 g feta cheese
- 150 g arugula
- 1 red onion
- 1 lemon
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- salt and pepper to taste
- 50 g walnuts
Method
- Preheat the oven to 200°C.
- Slice the aubergines and zucchinis lengthwise into 1 cm thick slices.
- Brush the slices with 2 tbsp olive oil, sprinkle with oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Grill the slices in a grill pan or on baking paper in the oven until soft and golden brown (about 20 minutes).
- Slice the red onion into thin half rings.
- Spread the arugula over a large flat platter.
- Arrange the aubergine and zucchini slices on the arugula in the shape of a large capital M: three vertical stripes and a slanted center stripe.
- Crumble the feta over the vegetable M.
- Scatter the onion rings and walnuts on top.
- Mix the lemon juice with 2 tbsp olive oil for a dressing and drizzle over the salad.
Serving notes
- Serve warm for extra comfort.
- Place the platter in the center so everyone can take a piece of the M.