Healthier Eggplant Parmesan

Healthier Eggplant Parmesan
  • PREP TIME
    25 mins
  • COOK TIME
    50 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 15 mins
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    212

Indulge in the comforting flavors of classic eggplant Parmesan, reimagined with a lighter touch. This recipe skips the frying, opting for baking to achieve tender eggplant slices coated in crispy whole wheat breadcrumbs, layered with rich tomato sauce and gooey mozzarella for a satisfying and wholesome meal.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    46 g
  • Cholesterol
    40 mg
  • Fiber
    12 g
  • Protein
    24 g
  • Saturated Fat
    2 g
  • Sodium
    1372 mg
  • Sugar
    20 g
  • Fat
    7 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (5 minutes)

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02 Step

Recipe View Beat together egg, egg whites, and water in a shallow bowl until well combined. Place bread crumbs on a large plate. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View Dip eggplant slices in egg mixture, then bread crumbs until evenly coated. Place in a single layer on a baking sheet. (15 minutes)

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Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven until fork tender, 7 to 10 minutes on each side. (20 minutes)

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Recipe View Spread spaghetti sauce to cover the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Place a layer of baked eggplant slices in sauce. Sprinkle with some mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Repeat with remaining ingredients, ending with cheeses. Sprinkle basil on top. (15 minutes)

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Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 35 minutes. (35 minutes)

For extra flavor, consider adding a layer of ricotta cheese to the filling.
To prevent soggy eggplant, salt the slices and let them sit for 30 minutes before coating them in breadcrumbs. Pat them dry before proceeding.
Feel free to experiment with different cheeses, such as provolone or asiago.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 70 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (6)
  • Yazmin Gulgowski

    I added a layer of ricotta cheese, and it was delicious!

  • Milan Frami

    The eggplant was perfectly cooked, and the breadcrumbs added a nice crunch. I'll definitely be making this again.

  • Amya Kris

    I appreciate that this recipe isn't fried. It's so much easier and healthier!

  • Andreanne Smith

    Simple and delicious! I highly recommend this recipe.

  • Kathryn Champlin

    This is my new go-to eggplant parmesan recipe. Thanks for sharing!

  • Brody Bins

    This recipe is fantastic! My family loved it, and I felt good about serving them a healthier version of a classic.

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