YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Crispy Baked Eggplant with Fresh Marinara
Enjoy a savory twist on a classic Italian favorite with tender, crispy baked eggplant slices dipped in a light chickpea flour batter and baked to perfection. Topped with a vibrant, homemade marinara enriched with red lentils, fresh tomatoes, and aromatic basil, and finished with a sprinkle of oozing part-skim mozzarella – this dish offers a delightful interplay of textures and flavors that satisfy both the palate and your nutritional goals.
INGREDIENTS
1 medium Eggplant (200g)
4 Egg Whites (approx. 120g)
1/3 cup Chickpea Flour (40g)
1 cup Diced Tomatoes (180g)
1/3 cup Cooked Red Lentils (50g)
1/4 cup Diced Onion (40g)
2 Garlic Cloves
2 Tbsp Fresh Basil, chopped
1/4 cup Part-Skim Mozzarella (28g)
Salt and Pepper to taste
1/2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes
PREPARATION
- Preheat your oven to 425°F. 
- Slice the eggplant into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Lightly season both sides with salt and let them sit for 10 minutes to draw out moisture, then pat dry. 
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together the 4 egg whites. In another bowl, add the chickpea flour along with a pinch of salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. 
- Dip each eggplant slice first into the egg whites, then dredge in the chickpea flour until fully coated. 
- Place the coated eggplant slices on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until crisp and golden. 
- Meanwhile, heat a small saucepan over medium heat. Sauté diced onion and minced garlic in a splash of water or a light spray of olive oil until softened. 
- Add the diced tomatoes and cooked red lentils to the pan along with red pepper flakes, and simmer for 8-10 minutes. Stir in the chopped basil, and season with salt and pepper. 
- Once the eggplant is crisp, remove from the oven and spoon a generous portion of the warm marinara sauce over each slice. 
- Sprinkle the shredded part-skim mozzarella on top and serve immediately, enjoying the contrast of crispy eggplant with the fresh, protein-packed marinara.