Eggplant Pizza
Eggplant pizza is a fantastic way to enjoy the health benefits of eggplant. This vegetable is high in fiber, potassium, vitamin C, and vitamin B6, and is a good source of folate. Eggplant is also a good source of antioxidants, including vitamin E, which may help protect against chronic diseases such as cancer.
Its also vegan and keto friendly as well as gluten free and perfect for a low carb diet too.
One of the most popular reasons to enjoy eggplant pizza is its delicious flavor. This vegetable is often used in Mediterranean cuisine and is known for its sweet and savory flavors. Many people enjoy eggplant pizza for its unique texture and flavor.
One of the best ways to enjoy eggplant pizza is to pair it with a variety of toppings. Some of the most popular toppings include:
-Mozzarella cheese
-Tomato sauce
-Garlic
-Extra-virgin olive oil
-Parsley
-Salt
-Pepper
-Ground black pepper
-Ground cumin
STORAGE: Eggplant Pizza
FRIDGE: Place in an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to 3-5 days.
FREEZER: May not freeze well but if you need to then place it in an airtight container and store it in the freezer for up to 3 months.
REHEATING: Eggplant Pizza
OVEN: Place in an ovenproof dish and cover, cook at 350F/180C for 15 minutes
MICROWAVE: Place in a microwave dish and cook on full power for 2-3 minutes.
Eggplant Pizza RECIPE
INGREDIENTS
2 Large Eggplants
1 Tbsp Sea Salt (or other course salt)
1 Cup Pizza Sauce
6 Mushrooms (sliced)
6 Vine Tomatoes (sliced)
1 Yellow Bell Pepper (sliced)
1 Yellow Onion (sliced)
1 Cup Fresh Baby Spinach
1 Cup Mozzarella Cheese (shredded)
1 Tbsp Olive Oil
1 Tsp Sea Salt (to taste)
1 Tsp Black Pepper (to taste)
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Preheat the oven to 400F/200C and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Slice the eggplant into 1/2 inch thick slices.
3. Lay the eggplant slices on a flat surface and sprinkle with coarse salt. Cover with paper towel for 20 minutes.
4. Pat the eggplants dry and place on the lined baking sheet.
5. Spread 1-2 tbsp of pizza sauce on each slice, then add shredded mozzarella.
6. Begin layering with the mushrooms, tomatoes, onion & yellow bell peppers.
7. Sprinkle with salt & pepper, drizzle with olive oil and top with baby spinach leaves.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes.
EQUIPMENT
TIME
PREP TIME: 10 Minutes
TOTAL TIME: 30 Minutes
NUTRITIONAL VALUE:
Fat: 19g
Protein: 10.96g
Total Carbs: 24g
Calories: 171 kcal
Eggplant Pizza
Eggplant pizza is a fantastic way to enjoy the health benefits of eggplant. Vegan and keto friendly as well as gluten free and perfect for a low carb diet too.
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
Ingredients
- 2 Large Eggplants
- 1 Tbsp Sea Salt or other course salt
- 1 Cup Pizza Sauce
- 6 Mushrooms sliced
- 6 Vine Tomatoes sliced
- 1 Yellow Bell Pepper sliced
- 1 Yellow Onion sliced
- 1 Cup Fresh Baby Spinach
- 1 Cup Mozzarella Cheese shredded
- 1 Tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 Tsp Sea Salt to taste
- 1 Tsp Black Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400F/200C and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice the eggplant into 1/2 inch thick slices.
- Lay the eggplant slices on a flat surface and sprinkle with coarse salt. Cover with paper towel for 20 minutes.
- Pat the eggplants dry and place on the lined baking sheet.
- Spread 1-2 tbsp of pizza sauce on each slice, then add shredded mozzarella.
- Begin layering with the mushrooms, tomatoes, onion & yellow bell peppers.
- Sprinkle with salt & pepper, drizzle with olive oil and top with baby spinach leaves.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes.
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