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Savory crispy breaded eggplant filets, covered with a rich yet bright tomato sauce, and enriched with a bit of parmesan cheese. Traditionally deep fried, we bake ours to reduce the fat content while retaining all the goodness that makes this dish a classic!

Healthy Eggplant Parmesan

Recipe: Healthy Eggplant Parmesan


Servings per recipe: 6
Prep time: 35 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes

  • 2 lbs eggplant
  • 2 C bread crumbs, panko
  • 2 Tbsp peanut oil
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • ¼ C olive oil
  • 1 quart pasta sauce
  • Salt to taste
  • 10oz. mozzarella cheese
  • 3 Tbsp fresh basil

Directions

Peel and slice eggplant into ½ inch thick slices. Salt and let sweat for 1 hour. Heat oil in sauce pan and add minced garlic over medium heat. Add sauce and simmer for 10-15 minutes.

Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

Rinse eggplant and dry with a clean towel. Toss breadcrumbs with a little oil then press them into the eggplant and roast in the oven turning once during baking time. (25-30 minutes). Once baked thoroughly on both sides, spread a thin layer of sauce onto a 9X13 baking dish. Layer - eggplant, sauce, basil and top with mozzarella until all the ingredients are used.

Bake at 400 for 15-20 minutes

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