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Eggplant pizza

Recipe Information

Description:
Eggplant pizza is a delicious American recipe usually served as a appetizer. It requires about 5 minutes of prep time and about 12 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 17 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 4 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 4
Preparation Time 5 Minutes
Cook Time 12 Minutes
Total Time 17 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Cheese; Eggplant; Tomato Sauce
Category Dairy; Fruit; Vegetables
Meal Lunch; Dinner; Snack
Type Appetizer; Main Dish; Side Dish
Cuisine American; Italian
Cook Method Baking
Diet

Ingredients

  • 1 eggplant about 3 inches in diameter, peeled and cut into 4 half-inch thick slices

  • 4 teaspoons olive oil

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper

  • 1/4 cup tomato sauce

  • 1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Directions

  • Set the oven temperature to 425°F. Brush each side of the eggplant slices with olive oil. Using salt and pepper, season the eggplant.

  • Place the eggplant on a baking sheet. Bake for 6-8 minutes or until tender and brown. Turn the eggplant over at least once while it is baking.

  • Using the tomato sauce, spread 1 tablespoon on each piece of eggplant. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top of the sauce.

  • Place the eggplant in the oven and bake for 3-5 minutes or until the cheese has melted.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 119 cal

  • Total fat: 8g

  • Saturated fat: 2g

  • Monounsaturated fat: 4g

  • Cholesterol: 8mg

  • Sodium: 459mg

  • Potassium: 298mg

  • Carbohydrate: 9g

  • Fiber: 3g

  • Protein: 5g