Grilled (Then Baked) Eggplant Parmesan

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 1

Grilled (Then Baked) Eggplant Parmesan recipe for a healthy dinner

by The Chefin Vegetarian

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

290

Sugar

Fat

15g

This Grilled (Then Baked) Eggplant Parmesan recipe is a healthier and delicious take on the classic Italian dish. The eggplants are grilled instead of fried, which adds a smoky flavor to the dish while also reducing the fat content. The tomato sauce is homemade, which ensures that there are no added preservatives or chemicals. The dish is topped with a generous amount of melted cheese and breadcrumbs, which add a crunchy texture and a savory flavor. This vegetarian dish is perfect for a healthy dinner and is sure to please everyone, even meat eaters!

Instructions

1.	Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
2.	Wash and slice the eggplants into 1/4 inch rounds.
3.	Brush both sides of the eggplant slices with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
4.	Grill the eggplant slices until softened and slightly charred, about 3-4 minutes per side.
5.	Preheat the oven to 375°F.
6.	In a bowl, mix together the spaghetti sauce and tomato sauce.
7.	In a 9x13 inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of the sauce mixture on the bottom.
8.	Arrange the grilled eggplant slices in a single layer over the sauce in the baking dish.
9.	Spoon the remaining sauce mixture over the eggplant slices.
10.	Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese and parmesan cheese over the top.
11.	Sprinkle the breadcrumbs evenly over the cheese.
12.	Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

This dish is a healthier version of the classic Italian Eggplant Parmesan, with the added benefit of being grilled, which adds smoky flavor and less fat compared to frying.

Eggplants are low in calories and high in fiber, vitamins, and minerals, which make them a great vegetable for maintaining a healthy diet.

CONS

This recipe requires a grill, which may not be available for everyone.
Also, eggplants can be a slightly bitter and acquired taste for some people.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Eggplants are a nutrient-dense vegetable, which means they are low in calories but high in fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
Eggplants are high in phenolic compounds, which are beneficial plant compounds that act as antioxidants and may protect the body against cellular damage and inflammation.
Eggplants also contain high amounts of potassium, which is important for maintaining healthy blood pressure and heart function.

	2 lbs eggplants
	olive oil
	salt
	1 jar garden vegetable spaghetti sauce ( Barilla )
	1 can Contadina tomato sauce
	1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese
	1/4 cup parmesan cheese
	1/4 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs