Eggplant Parmesan

May 05, 2023May 5, 20230 5
A classic Italian dish that is perfect for vegetarians.
in Vegetarian

Prep

40 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

80 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 pounds eggplant
Salt
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3 cups Italian breadcrumbs
6 large eggs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
4 cups marinara sauce
1 pound fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
Fresh basil leaves

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
525
Sugar
11g
Fat
26g
Eggplant Parmesan is a classic Italian dish that is perfect for vegetarians. The dish consists of slices of eggplant that are breaded and baked, then layered with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese. It is a filling and delicious meal that can be served as a main dish or a side. The dish can be made healthier by using homemade marinara sauce, reducing the amount of cheese, and baking instead of frying the eggplant.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375F.
2.Slice eggplant into 1/4 inch rounds. Place in colander and sprinkle with salt. Let stand for 30 minutes.
3.Rinse eggplant and pat it dry.
4.Set up 3 stations: seasoned flour, beaten eggs, and seasoned breadcrumbs.
5.Dip the eggplant slices first in the flour, then in the egg and finally in the breadcrumbs.
6.Arrange eggplant slices on greased baking sheets.
7.Bake for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown.
8.Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
9.Add a layer of eggplant, followed by another cup of sauce and a layer of mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers until ingredients are used up. Top with Parmesan cheese.
10.Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes or until bubbly and golden. Let stand for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with basil.

PROS

A vegetarian classic that is filling and easy to make.

Eggplant is low in calories and high in fiber, making it a great addition to a healthy diet.

CONS

This dish can be high in sodium and saturated fat if using store-bought marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Eggplants are a great source of fiber and potassium. They can help improve heart health and aid in digestion. The dish also contains vitamins C and K from the marinara sauce and calcium from the cheese.

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