YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Crispy Baked Eggplant Parmesan
Enjoy a lighter, protein-boosted twist on a classic Italian favorite. Tender eggplant slices are coated in a seasoned almond flour mix, layered with a rich tomato sauce, low-fat cottage cheese, and a blend of mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, then baked to perfection for a satisfying meal that's both crispy and melty.
INGREDIENTS
1 medium Eggplant (300g)
1/2 cup Low-Fat Mozzarella Cheese (shredded, 56g)
1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese (21g)
1/2 cup Tomato Sauce (125g)
1/2 cup Low-Fat Cottage Cheese (113g)
1/4 cup Almond Flour (28g)
1 tsp Italian Seasoning
Olive Oil Spray
PREPARATION
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Slice the eggplant into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Lightly salt the slices and let them sit for 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture, then pat dry with paper towels.
In a shallow dish, combine the almond flour with Italian seasoning.
Dip each eggplant slice lightly into the almond flour mixture, shaking off any excess. Arrange the coated slices on the prepared baking sheet.
Spray the eggplant slices with olive oil spray to help with crisping during baking.
Bake the eggplant in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes until the edges start to turn golden.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce on each baked eggplant slice, then dollop a bit of low-fat cottage cheese on top.
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan evenly over the slices.
Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for an additional 8-10 minutes until the cheese has melted and begun to bubble.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your crispy baked eggplant Parmesan as a balanced meal option for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.