Description
A delicious and healthy baked eggplant dish that is versatile enough to serve as a snack or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large eggplant
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (optional)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Slice the eggplant into 1/2-inch thick slices.
- In a bowl, mix together olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Brush both sides of the eggplant slices with the oil mixture.
- If using, sprinkle breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese on top of the slices.
- Arrange the slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
- Serve warm as a snack or side dish.
Notes
Choose a fresh, firm eggplant for the best results. Don’t skip the salting step; it helps remove excess moisture and bitterness from the eggplant.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: eggplant, baked eggplant, vegetarian recipes, healthy snacks, Mediterranean cuisine