Vegan Cheesy Baked Eggplant
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Vegan Cheesy Baked Eggplant, a dairy-free delight that’s as wholesome as it is delicious. Perfectly tender eggplant slices are brushed with olive oil and topped with a savory blend of nutritional yeast, garlic and onion powders, and fragrant dried herbs like oregano and basil, delivering a cheesy, umami-packed finish without any animal products. Drizzled with fresh lemon juice for a bright, zesty contrast, this baked dish makes for a satisfying main course or versatile side. Ready in just 45 minutes and featuring plant-based ingredients, this easy-to-follow recipe is ideal for vegans and anyone seeking a flavorful, healthy twist on classic baked eggplant. Serve it warm and savor each mouthwatering bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium Eggplants
- 4 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 cup Nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Slice the eggplants into 1/4-inch thick rounds and arrange them in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Brush both sides of the eggplant slices with olive oil.
In a small bowl, mix together the nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper.
Sprinkle the nutritional yeast mixture evenly over the eggplant slices, pressing lightly to adhere.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the eggplant is tender and the topping is golden brown.
Remove from the oven and drizzle with lemon juice before serving.
Serve warm as a main dish or a side, and enjoy your vegan cheesy baked eggplant!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
745 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.4 g | 74% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.9 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2396 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.3 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.9 g | 82% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.5 g | ||
| Protein | 16.7 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 106 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 1803 mg | 38% | |
*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.
