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Crispy Baked Eggplant Parmesan Hero
Enjoy a modern twist on an Italian classic with this Crispy Baked Eggplant Parmesan Hero. Layers of lightly breaded eggplant, a savory turkey patty, zesty marinara, and melted part-skim mozzarella are nestled in a wholesome whole wheat hero roll. Each bite combines textures and flavors that deliver a satisfying crunch with a burst of tangy and savory notes.
INGREDIENTS
1 medium Eggplant (100g)
3 ounces Ground Turkey (93% Lean)
1 Whole Wheat Hero Roll (100g)
1 ounce Part-Skim Mozzarella Cheese (28g)
1/2 cup Marinara Sauce (125g)
1/4 cup Breadcrumbs (15g)
1 Egg White (33g)
1 tsp Italian Seasoning
Salt & Pepper to taste
Cooking Spray
PREPARATION
Preheat your oven to 425°F and lightly coat a baking pan with cooking spray.
Slice the eggplant into 1/2-inch thick rounds. Season lightly with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
In a shallow bowl, whisk together the egg white with the breadcrumbs. Dip each eggplant slice in the mixture, ensuring an even coating.
Arrange the breaded eggplant slices on the baking pan. Spray the tops lightly with cooking spray and bake for 20 minutes, flipping halfway, until they turn golden and crisp.
While the eggplant bakes, form a turkey patty from the ground turkey, season with salt and pepper, and cook it in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked through, about 5-6 minutes per side.
Once the eggplant is crispy, assemble your hero: split the whole wheat roll and layer on the baked eggplant slices, cooked turkey patty, a spoonful of marinara sauce, and top with sliced mozzarella cheese.
Place the assembled sandwich in the oven for another 3-4 minutes, just until the mozzarella softly melts into the layers.
Remove from the oven, garnish with a sprinkle of extra Italian seasoning if desired, and serve immediately.