Baked Eggplant
Baked eggplant is a deliciously comforting dish that brings warmth and flavor to your table. With its tender, golden slices topped with melted Parmesan and fresh herbs, this recipe is perfect for family dinners or potlucks. Easy to prepare and bursting with rich flavors, baked eggplant can serve as a delightful main or side dish, sure to impress your guests and tantalize your taste buds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium eggplants (about 1 pound each)
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup fresh basil or parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice the eggplants into half-inch rounds and lay them on paper towels to absorb moisture.
- Drizzle olive oil over the eggplant slices and season generously with salt and pepper; toss gently.
- Mix minced garlic with a splash of olive oil and spread over each slice.
- Top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
- Arrange the slices on a baking tray and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg