Healthier Eggplant Parmesan
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.
Nutrition
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Carbohydrate
46 g
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Cholesterol
40 mg
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Fiber
12 g
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Protein
24 g
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Saturated Fat
2 g
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Sodium
1372 mg
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Sugar
20 g
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Fat
7 g
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Unsaturated Fat
0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (5 minutes)
02 Step
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Beat together egg, egg whites, and water in a shallow bowl until well combined. Place bread crumbs on a large plate. (2 minutes)
03 Step
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Dip eggplant slices in egg mixture, then bread crumbs until evenly coated. Place in a single layer on a baking sheet. (15 minutes)
04 Step
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Bake in the preheated oven until fork tender, 7 to 10 minutes on each side. (20 minutes)
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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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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.
RECIPE REVIEWS
Avarage Rating:
4.6/ 5 ( 70 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (6)
Yazmin Gulgowski
Jan 18, 2025I added a layer of ricotta cheese, and it was delicious!
Milan Frami
Nov 4, 2024The eggplant was perfectly cooked, and the breadcrumbs added a nice crunch. I'll definitely be making this again.
Amya Kris
Oct 20, 2024I appreciate that this recipe isn't fried. It's so much easier and healthier!
Andreanne Smith
Apr 18, 2024Simple and delicious! I highly recommend this recipe.
Kathryn Champlin
Mar 26, 2024This is my new go-to eggplant parmesan recipe. Thanks for sharing!
Brody Bins
Nov 23, 2023This recipe is fantastic! My family loved it, and I felt good about serving them a healthier version of a classic.