Herb and Cheese Baked Eggplant
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this irresistible Herb and Cheese Baked Eggplant recipe! Tender slices of roasted eggplant are seasoned with garlic, Italian seasoning, and a drizzle of olive oil, then topped with a luscious duo of melted Parmesan and mozzarella cheese. The dish is finished with a fragrant touch of fresh basil, creating a savory masterpiece that's as easy to prepare as it is delicious. Perfect for vegetarians or anyone looking for a hearty, veggie-forward side dish or main course, this recipe offers bold flavors in just under an hour. Whether served alongside a crisp green salad or your favorite pasta, this baked eggplant will quickly become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium Eggplants
- 4 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 3 large Garlic cloves
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup Mozzarella cheese
- 10 leaves Fresh basil leaves
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Slice the eggplants into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
Lay the eggplant slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Drizzle the olive oil evenly over the eggplant slices.
Sprinkle the eggplant slices with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves and distribute evenly over the eggplant.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until the eggplant begins to soften.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and evenly sprinkle Parmesan and mozzarella cheese over the eggplant slices.
Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden brown.
While the eggplant is baking, rinse the fresh basil leaves and pat them dry with a towel.
After removing the eggplant from the oven, garnish with fresh basil leaves.
Let it cool for about 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your herb and cheese baked eggplant!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1417 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 108.9 g | 140% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.1 g | 200% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 162 mg | 54% | |
| Sodium | 3813 mg | 166% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.4 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.3 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.8 g | ||
| Protein | 66.7 g | 133% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 1822 mg | 140% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 1628 mg | 35% | |
*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.
