Baked eggplant tomato mozzarella: A Delicious Healthy Delight!
Baked eggplant tomato mozzarella is a delicious and healthy dish that combines layers of roasted eggplant, fresh tomatoes, and melted mozzarella cheese, creating a flavorful and satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium eggplants, sliced
- 3 large tomatoes, sliced
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Brush the eggplant slices with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Arrange the eggplant slices on a baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- In a baking dish, layer the roasted eggplant, sliced tomatoes, and mozzarella cheese.
- Sprinkle minced garlic and oregano over the layers.
- Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of mozzarella on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving, and garnish with fresh basil leaves.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute mozzarella with a plant-based cheese.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like zucchini or bell peppers for extra flavor.
- This dish can be served as a main course or a side dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the dish
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg