Description
This eggplant pizza offers an irresistible flavor with a healthy twist. Simple to prepare, it features fresh ingredients and is perfect for a quick dinner or as a delightful comfort food.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds globe eggplant
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 cup easy pizza sauce
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, plus more for garnish
- kosher salt, to season
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Slice the eggplant into 3/4 inch thick slices. Brush both sides with olive oil and season with kosher salt and dried oregano.
- Arrange the eggplant on a baking sheet and bake for 15 to 20 minutes until tender but firm.
- While the eggplant roasts, prepare the pizza sauce.
- Spread a thin layer of pizza sauce on each eggplant slice. Top with chopped basil, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese, then sprinkle with a bit more salt.
- Broil the eggplant until the cheese is melted and lightly browned, about 3 to 5 minutes, rotating the pan as necessary. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
Make sure to slice the eggplant evenly for uniform cooking.
Experiment with different toppings for a personalized touch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg