YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Healthy Baked Eggplant Parmesan with Fresh Marinara
Enjoy a lighter twist on a classic Italian favorite. Tender baked eggplant slices are layered with a robust, homemade marinara sauce, along with melted part-skim mozzarella and a touch of Parmesan for a satisfying, flavorful dish. Fresh basil adds an aromatic finish, making it a wholesome option for any meal.
INGREDIENTS
1 cup Eggplant (≈82g)
1/2 cup Marinara Sauce (≈125g)
2 Large Eggs
1/2 cup Part-Skim Mozzarella Cheese (≈56g)
1/4 cup Whole Wheat Breadcrumbs (≈15g)
1 tbsp Parmesan Cheese
4 sprigs Fresh Basil
PREPARATION
Preheat your oven to 400°F.
Slice the eggplant into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Lightly salt them and allow them to sit for a few minutes to draw out moisture, then pat dry.
Dip each eggplant slice into a beaten mixture of the eggs, then coat with whole wheat breadcrumbs.
Arrange the breaded eggplant slices on a lightly greased baking sheet and bake for about 20 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden and tender.
While the eggplant bakes, warm the marinara sauce in a small saucepan over low heat.
Once baked, layer the eggplant slices in a baking dish. Spoon a thin layer of marinara over each slice, then sprinkle with part-skim mozzarella and a light dusting of Parmesan cheese.
Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 8-10 minutes until the cheeses are melted and lightly bubbly.
Garnish with fresh basil sprigs before serving.