YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Healthy Baked Eggplant Parmesan
Enjoy a lighter twist on a classic Italian favorite with baked eggplant layered with a rich tomato marinara, melted part-skim mozzarella, and creamy low-fat ricotta. This dish is enhanced with a crispy whole wheat breadcrumb topping and fresh basil, making it a satisfying, nutritious, and flavorful meal perfect for dinner.
INGREDIENTS
1 medium Eggplant (300g)
1/2 cup Marinara Sauce (122g)
1/2 cup Part-Skim Mozzarella Cheese, shredded (56g)
3 large Egg Whites (approx. 99g)
1/4 cup Low-Fat Ricotta Cheese (62g)
1/4 cup Whole Wheat Breadcrumbs (30g)
4 Fresh Basil leaves
1 tsp Italian Seasoning
Olive Oil Cooking Spray
Salt and Pepper to taste
PREPARATION
Preheat your oven to 400°F and lightly spray a baking sheet with olive oil.
Slice the eggplant into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Lightly season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
Prepare a coating by whisking the egg whites in a shallow bowl.
Dip each eggplant slice lightly in the egg whites, then arrange them on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake the eggplant slices for about 15 minutes until they begin to soften.
In a baking dish, layer the baked eggplant slices with marinara sauce, dollops of low-fat ricotta, and a sprinkle of part-skim mozzarella. Repeat layers if desired, finishing with a topping of mozzarella and a light dusting of whole wheat breadcrumbs.
Spray a little more olive oil on top, then bake in the preheated oven for an additional 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving. Enjoy your healthy baked eggplant parmesan!