Weight Watcher Easy Cheesy Eggplant Casserole 3 Ww Points
Savor the comforting flavors of this Weight Watcher Easy Cheesy Eggplant Casserole, a guilt-free twist on a classic baked dish with just 3 WW points per serving! Perfect for healthy weeknight dinners or meal prep, this recipe layers tender, oven-baked eggplant with a fragrant homemade tomato sauce, seasoned with savory basil and oregano. Topped with a luscious blanket of reduced-fat mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, it delivers all the indulgence of a cheesy casserole without the extra calories. With only 15 minutes of prep time and simple, wholesome ingredients, this low-calorie, vegetarian casserole is a must-try for dieters and comfort food lovers alike. Serve alongside a crisp green salad for a satisfying, balanced meal that won’t derail your health goals!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium eggplant
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium, diced onion
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 14 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup, shredded reduced-fat mozzarella cheese
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 as needed cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Slice the eggplants into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Sprinkle both sides lightly with salt and let the slices sit on paper towels for 20 minutes to draw out excess moisture. Pat them dry.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
Add the crushed tomatoes, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well and let the sauce simmer for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Spray a 9x13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray. Spread a small amount of the tomato sauce mixture on the bottom of the dish.
Layer the eggplant slices over the sauce in a single layer. Top with a portion of the tomato sauce, a portion of the shredded mozzarella cheese, and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
Repeat the layering process until all the ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of cheeses on top.
Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Allow the casserole to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
968 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.1 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.3 g | 92% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 68 mg | 23% | |
| Sodium | 3894 mg | 169% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 104.4 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 38.8 g | 139% | |
| Total Sugars | 63.1 g | ||
| Protein | 63.2 g | 126% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1425 mg | 110% | |
| Iron | 6.9 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 3882 mg | 83% | |
*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.
