Low Fat Baked Aubergine with Garlic and Parmesan
Savor the rich flavors of this **Low Fat Baked Aubergine with Garlic and Parmesan**, a healthy yet indulgent dish that’s perfect as a side or a light main course. Tenderly baked slices of aubergine (eggplant) are coated in a fragrant olive oil and garlic mixture, then topped with just the right amount of Parmesan for that perfect umami kick. Roasted to golden perfection, these aubergines are finished with aromatic fresh basil and a zesty drizzle of lemon juice, bringing brightness and balance to every bite. Ready in just 45 minutes and with minimal fat, this dish is an ideal choice for a wholesome weeknight dinner without compromising on flavor. Serve warm and let its comforting simplicity steal the spotlight at your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium aubergine (eggplant)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic
- 50 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 10 leaves fresh basil leaves
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 200°C (390°F).
Wash the aubergines and slice them into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
Place the aubergine slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
Brush the mixture generously on both sides of each aubergine slice.
Sprinkle half of the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the aubergine slices.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
After 15 minutes, remove the baking sheet from the oven and flip the aubergine slices over.
Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese on the newly exposed side.
Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and the aubergine is tender.
Remove the aubergine from the oven, and let them cool slightly.
Transfer to a serving plate and garnish with fresh basil leaves and a drizzle of lemon juice.
Serve warm as a main or side dish, depending on preference.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
652 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.6 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.6 g | 73% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 50 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 3227 mg | 140% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.4 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.9 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.0 g | ||
| Protein | 28.2 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 649 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1701 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.
