YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Healthy Baked Eggplant Parmesan
Enjoy a lighter twist on the traditional Italian favorite with tender baked eggplant slices layered with zesty marinara, low-fat mozzarella, and a hint of parmesan, all harmonized with fresh basil. A satisfying dish that’s delightfully crispy on the outside and meltingly savory on the inside.
INGREDIENTS
1 medium Eggplant (300 g)
1/2 cup Marinara Sauce (125 g)
1/2 cup shredded Low-Fat Mozzarella Cheese (56 g)
1 tbsp grated Parmesan Cheese (5 g)
3 large Egg Whites (99 g)
1/3 cup Whole Wheat Breadcrumbs (30 g)
Olive Oil Cooking Spray
Fresh Basil sprigs
PREPARATION
Preheat your oven to 400°F and lightly spray a baking sheet with olive oil cooking spray.
Slice the eggplant into 1/4 inch thick rounds. Lay the slices on the baking sheet, spray lightly with olive oil, and bake for 15 minutes until slightly softened.
In a shallow bowl, combine the egg whites with whole wheat breadcrumbs.
Dip each baked eggplant slice into the egg white and breadcrumb mixture, coating both sides evenly.
Return the coated eggplant slices to the baking sheet and bake for an additional 10 minutes, until the coating becomes lightly crispy.
Remove the eggplant slices from the oven. Layer them in a baking dish, spoon a thin layer of marinara sauce over each slice, and sprinkle with shredded low-fat mozzarella and a dusting of grated parmesan cheese.
Return the dish to the oven and bake for another 8-10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.