Description
A delicious and healthy way to enjoy eggplant, baked to perfection with Italian flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium eggplants
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the eggplants into 1/2 inch thick rounds.
- Brush both sides of the eggplant slices with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Arrange the eggplant slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Remove from the oven and spread marinara sauce over each slice.
- Top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes to the marinara sauce.
- Serve with a side salad for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: main dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg