YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Healthy Baked Eggplant Parmesan
Savor a lighter twist on the classic Eggplant Parmesan with tender baked eggplant, a rich burst of marinara, and a delightful blend of melted part-skim mozzarella and low-fat cottage cheese. Finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan and crunchy whole wheat breadcrumbs, this dish is baked to perfection for a balanced, comforting meal.
INGREDIENTS
0.5 medium Eggplant (~150g)
0.5 cup Marinara Sauce (~125g)
2 ounces Part-Skim Mozzarella (~56g)
0.5 cup Low-Fat Cottage Cheese (~113g)
1 tablespoon Grated Parmesan Cheese (~5g)
0.25 cup Whole Wheat Breadcrumbs (~30g)
Olive Oil Cooking Spray
PREPARATION
Preheat your oven to 400°F and lightly coat a baking sheet with olive oil cooking spray.
Slice the half eggplant into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Optionally, sprinkle lightly with salt and let sit for 10 minutes to remove excess moisture, then pat dry.
Place the eggplant slices on the baking sheet and lightly spray the tops with olive oil spray. Bake for 15 minutes until they begin to soften.
Remove the eggplant from the oven. Top each slice with a spoonful of marinara sauce, a dollop of low-fat cottage cheese, and a slice of mozzarella (for a layered presentation, you may also alternate layers).
Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese and whole wheat breadcrumbs evenly over the top of each slice.
Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for an additional 10-12 minutes, or until the cheeses are melted and slightly golden.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.