Eggplant (Aubergine) and Mushroom Pizza

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 4

Eggplant (Aubergine) and Mushroom Pizza with a crispy crust and delicious toppings

by The Chefin Pizza

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 eggplants , cut 1/8 inch slices
	2 teaspoons salt
	1 pizza dough
	6 -7 tablespoons tomato sauce
	5 tablespoons more if desired part-skim mozzarella cheese , grated
	1 - 1 1/2 cup mushroom , sliced
	4 teaspoons fresh oregano , chopped or 1 teaspoon dried oregano
	fresh ground pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

528

Sugar

10g

Fat

24g

This Eggplant and Mushroom Pizza is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy your favorite pizza toppings. The crispy crust is the perfect base for the rich tomato sauce and melted mozzarella cheese. Topped with savory eggplant slices and fresh mushrooms, this pizza is packed with flavor and nutrition. Whether you are a vegetarian looking for a meatless meal or simply looking for a delicious and healthy pizza option, this Eggplant and Mushroom Pizza is sure to satisfy your cravings.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
2.	Salt the eggplant slices and let sit for 10 minutes to remove excess moisture.
3.	Roll out the pizza dough and place it on a baking sheet.
4.	Spread the tomato sauce on the pizza dough.
5.	Sprinkle the cheese on top of the tomato sauce.
6.	Top with the eggplant slices and mushrooms.
7.	Sprinkle with oregano and black pepper.
8.	Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9.	Slice into pieces and serve hot.

PROS

This pizza is a delicious vegetarian option that is packed with flavor.

The eggplant and mushroom toppings are nutritious and provide a great source of vitamins and minerals.

CONS

Eggplant contains solanine, which can be toxic in large amounts.

Make sure to slice the eggplant thinly and choose mature eggplants to reduce the risk of toxicity.

The pizza may also be high in calories due to the cheese and pizza dough.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The eggplant in this pizza is high in antioxidants and can help to protect against heart disease and certain types of cancer.
Mushrooms are also a great source of B vitamins, which can boost energy levels and support brain function.