Dairy-Free Cheesy Baked Eggplant
Discover the irresistible charm of Dairy-Free Cheesy Baked Eggplant, a wholesome and flavor-packed dish perfect for plant-based enthusiasts and dairy-free diets alike. This recipe transforms tender eggplant rounds into a cheesy delight using nutritional yeast, a beloved vegan ingredient known for its umami-rich flavor. Seasoned with a balanced blend of garlic powder, oregano, and basil, and layered with tangy tomato sauce, each bite offers a harmonious mix of savory and satisfying notes. Baked to golden perfection and garnished with vibrant fresh parsley, this eggplant casserole is ideal as a comforting weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing side. Ready in just an hour, this simple yet elegant dish will make you forget dairy while embracing bold, cheesy flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium eggplants
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 cup nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1.5 cups tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Slice the eggplants into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
Place the eggplant slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and lightly brush both sides with olive oil.
In a small bowl, combine nutritional yeast, garlic powder, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper.
Sprinkle the nutritional yeast mixture evenly over the eggplant slices.
Bake the eggplant in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until soft and golden brown.
Remove the eggplant from the oven and reduce the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C).
Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce over the bottom of a baking dish.
Arrange a layer of baked eggplant slices over the sauce.
Continue layering with remaining eggplant slices and tomato sauce, finishing with a layer of tomato sauce on top.
Bake in the oven for an additional 20 minutes until the sauce is bubbling and the flavors have melded together.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
474 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.6 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.1 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1665 mg | 72% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.4 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.8 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.6 g | ||
| Protein | 10.8 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 88 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 734 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
