Keto Grilled Eggplant with Cheese
Elevate your barbecue nights with this Keto Grilled Eggplant with Cheese—a low-carb, flavor-packed dish that’s both satisfying and indulgent. Perfectly grilled eggplant slices are brushed with olive oil and seasoned with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper for a smoky, savory base. Topped with a delectable blend of melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, and finished with fresh basil leaves, this recipe strikes the perfect balance of creamy and herbaceous flavors. Ready in just 35 minutes, this quick and healthy keto-friendly meal is an ideal choice for summer grilling and pairs beautifully with your favorite salads or roasted meats. Get ready to savor every bite of this irresistible cheese-loaded creation!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large Eggplant
- 3 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese
- 0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese
- 0.25 cup Fresh Basil Leaves
Instructions
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
Slice the large eggplants into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
Brush both sides of each eggplant slice with olive oil.
Season the eggplant slices with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder on both sides.
Place the eggplant slices on the preheated grill. Grill for about 5-7 minutes on each side, until they are tender and have grill marks.
While the eggplant is grilling, combine mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese in a bowl.
Once the eggplant slices are grilled, remove them from the grill and place them on a baking sheet.
Sprinkle the cheese mixture evenly over the top of each eggplant slice.
Return the eggplant slices to the grill, cover, and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove the eggplant from the grill and garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
Serve hot and enjoy this cheesy, keto-friendly delight!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
435 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.0 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.1 g | 61% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 61 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 1436 mg | 62% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.0 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.1 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.4 g | ||
| Protein | 21.9 g | 44% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 481 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 1019 mg | 22% | |
*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.
