Heart-Healthy Baked Aubergine with Garlic and Parmesan
Savor the rich, Mediterranean-inspired flavors of this **Heart-Healthy Baked Aubergine with Garlic and Parmesan**—a guilt-free dish that’s both nutritious and delicious. This recipe highlights tender slices of oven-baked aubergine, brushed with a fragrant garlic and oregano-infused olive oil for an irresistible aroma. The crowning touch? A golden, bubbly Parmesan topping that adds a savory depth without overpowering the dish. Finished with a squeeze of zesty lemon and a sprinkle of fresh basil, this hearty yet wholesome recipe is perfect as a low-calorie side dish or a satisfying vegetarian main. Easy to prepare in just under an hour, it’s a delightful choice for those seeking nutrient-rich meals with bold flavor. Keywords: baked aubergine, heart-healthy recipes, garlic and Parmesan, Mediterranean diet, vegetarian main course.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium Aubergine (eggplant)
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Wash the aubergines and cut them into 1-inch thick slices.
Place the slices on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Minced the garlic cloves finely.
In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and oregano.
Brush the aubergine slices with the garlic olive oil mixture on both sides.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
Remove the baking sheet and sprinkle the grated Parmesan evenly over the aubergine slices.
Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, until the aubergine is tender and the cheese is golden brown.
Remove from the oven and squeeze fresh lemon juice over the baked aubergine.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
Serve warm and enjoy your heart-healthy dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
721 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.6 g | 71% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.2 g | 71% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 1877 mg | 82% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.4 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.0 g | 79% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.0 g | ||
| Protein | 24.1 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 546 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1699 mg | 36% | |
*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.
