Eggplant Bruschetta

Gluten Free
Health score
7%
Eggplant Bruschetta
15 min.
8
64kcal

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Looking for a quick, delicious, and gluten-free appetizer to impress your guests? Look no further than this delightful Eggplant Bruschetta! This tasty recipe is perfect for gatherings, parties, or even a casual snack. With a preparation time of just 15 minutes, it's easy to whip up and serve without any stress. Each serving contains only 64 calories, making it a guilt-free indulgence.

This Eggplant Bruschetta is a versatile dish that can be served as an antipasto, starter, snack, or appetizer. The combination of flavorsome ingredients such as fresh basil, juicy tomatoes, and melted cheeses creates a mouthwatering taste experience. The eggplant, acting as a crispy yet tender base, is seasoned with a hint of salt before being broiled to perfection.

With a balanced caloric breakdown of 29.14% protein, 37.33% fat, and 33.53% carbs, this recipe is a well-rounded choice for any diet. Whether you're an experienced cook or just starting out in the kitchen, this Eggplant Bruschetta is sure to become a new favorite. So gather your ingredients, preheat your broiler, and let's get cooking!

Ingredients

  • medium eggplant peeled cut into 1/4-inch slices
  • tablespoons basil fresh minced
  • tablespoons basil fresh minced
  • tablespoons parmesan shredded
  • ounces part-skim mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • medium tomatoes seeded chopped

Equipment

  • colander
  • broiler pan

Directions

  1. Place eggplant slices in a colander over a plate; sprinkle with salt and gently toss.
  2. Let stand for 30 minutes. Rinse and drain well. Coat both sides of each slice with cooking spray.
  3. Place on a broiler pan. Top eggplant with tomatoes, basil and cheeses. Broil 6 in. from the heat for 5-7 minutes or until eggplant is tender and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts

Calories64kcal
Protein29.14%
Fat37.33%
Carbs33.53%

Properties

Glycemic Index
29.38
Glycemic Load
0.98
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
5.4939129961574%

Flavonoids

Delphinidin
49.06mg
Naringenin
0.31mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
0.29mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:63.75kcal
3.19%
Fat:2.78g
4.28%
Saturated Fat:1.67g
10.45%
Carbohydrates:5.62g
1.87%
Net Carbohydrates:3.33g
1.21%
Sugar:3.41g
3.79%
Cholesterol:9.92mg
3.31%
Sodium:256.6mg
11.16%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Protein:4.88g
9.77%
Calcium:137.27mg
13.73%
Vitamin A:528.08IU
10.56%
Phosphorus:99.67mg
9.97%
Manganese:0.2mg
9.95%
Vitamin K:10.05µg
9.57%
Vitamin C:7.76mg
9.4%
Fiber:2.29g
9.15%
Potassium:256.46mg
7.33%
Folate:21.56µg
5.39%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
4.88%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.58%
Magnesium:17.54mg
4.39%
Copper:0.08mg
4.07%
Zinc:0.6mg
4.03%
Selenium:2.5µg
3.57%
Vitamin B3:0.67mg
3.36%
Vitamin E:0.45mg
3.01%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.85%
Vitamin B5:0.22mg
2.21%
Vitamin B12:0.13µg
2.19%
Iron:0.33mg
1.84%