Eggplant Lasagna

Health score
22%
Eggplant Lasagna
45 min.
2
521kcal

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Are you looking for a delicious and healthy twist on a classic Italian dish? Look no further than this Eggplant Lasagna! Perfectly layered with tender eggplant slices, rich tomato sauce, and a blend of savory cheeses, this dish is not only satisfying but also packed with flavor. Whether you're preparing a cozy lunch or a delightful dinner, this recipe is sure to impress.

What makes this Eggplant Lasagna stand out is its use of oven-ready lasagna noodles and no-salt-added ingredients, making it a healthier option without sacrificing taste. The eggplant, a fantastic source of fiber and antioxidants, takes center stage, providing a hearty texture that complements the creamy cheese and zesty sauce beautifully. Plus, the addition of aromatic herbs like rosemary and thyme elevates the dish, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up this delightful meal that serves two, making it perfect for a romantic dinner or a satisfying lunch. With a caloric breakdown that balances protein, fats, and carbohydrates, you can indulge guilt-free. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to enjoy a comforting slice of Eggplant Lasagna that will leave you craving more!

Ingredients

  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • 0.1 teaspoon rosemary dried
  • 0.1 teaspoon thyme leaves dried
  • 0.5 cup cooking wine dry red
  • large egg white 
  • 0.8 pound eggplant 
  •  garlic clove minced
  • 0.3 cup italian-seasoned breadcrumbs 
  •  oven-ready lasagna noodles (such as Barilla)
  • cup no-salt-added tomatoes diced undrained
  • 0.5 cup onion chopped
  • tablespoons parmesan cheese fresh shredded
  • ounces part-skim mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • Dash salt 
  • ounce no-salt-added tomato sauce canned
  • 0.5 teaspoon vegetable oil 
  • teaspoon vegetable oil 
  • 1.5 teaspoons water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • paper towels
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • wire rack
  • loaf pan

Directions

  1. To prepare sauce, heat 1/2 teaspoon vegetable oil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat.
  2. Add onion; saut 5 minutes or until lightly browned.
  3. Add garlic, and saut 30 seconds.
  4. Add wine; cook 1 minute.
  5. Add tomatoes and the next 5 ingredients (tomatoes through tomato sauce). Reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes.
  6. Preheat oven to 45
  7. To prepare eggplant, arrange the slices in a single layer on paper towels.
  8. Sprinkle 1/8 teaspoon salt on both sides of eggplant.
  9. Let stand 15 minutes, and pat dry.
  10. Combine water, 1 teaspoon oil, and egg white in a shallow bowl, stirring with a whisk.
  11. Place the breadcrumbs in another shallow bowl. Dip eggplant in egg white mixture, and dredge in breadcrumbs.
  12. Place breaded slices on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray.
  13. Bake at 450 for 24 minutes or until eggplant is golden and crisp, turning after 12 minutes. Cool on a wire rack.
  14. Combine cheeses and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Spoon 1/4 cup sauce into bottom of an 8 x 4-inch loaf pan.
  15. Place one noodle over sauce. Arrange a single layer of eggplant slices over noodle; top with 1/4 cup sauce and about 3 tablespoons cheese mixture. Repeat the layers twice, ending with cheese. Cover and bake at 450 for 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories521kcal
Protein19.01%
Fat21.63%
Carbs59.36%

Properties

Glycemic Index
151.5
Glycemic Load
17.05
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
27.712173648503%

Flavonoids

Petunidin
1.99mg
Delphinidin
148.26mg
Malvidin
15.74mg
Peonidin
1.11mg
Catechin
4.62mg
Epicatechin
6.4mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Isorhamnetin
2.02mg
Kaempferol
0.27mg
Myricetin
0.2mg
Quercetin
8.56mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:521.12kcal
26.06%
Fat:11.8g
18.15%
Saturated Fat:4.74g
29.66%
Carbohydrates:72.87g
24.29%
Net Carbohydrates:61.77g
22.46%
Sugar:17.36g
19.29%
Cholesterol:21.74mg
7.25%
Sodium:1272.43mg
55.32%
Alcohol:6.3g
100%
Alcohol %:1.28%
100%
Protein:23.33g
46.65%
Manganese:1.29mg
64.7%
Selenium:41.72µg
59.61%
Fiber:11.1g
44.39%
Calcium:409.6mg
40.96%
Phosphorus:391.68mg
39.17%
Potassium:1213.76mg
34.68%
Vitamin C:26.84mg
32.54%
Vitamin B2:0.5mg
29.34%
Vitamin B6:0.57mg
28.68%
Vitamin K:30.06µg
28.63%
Copper:0.56mg
27.83%
Vitamin B1:0.41mg
27.14%
Vitamin B3:5.15mg
25.75%
Magnesium:100.8mg
25.2%
Folate:100.01µg
25%
Iron:4.49mg
24.96%
Vitamin E:3.4mg
22.66%
Vitamin A:888.74IU
17.77%
Zinc:2.58mg
17.23%
Vitamin B5:1.41mg
14.12%
Vitamin B12:0.38µg
6.29%
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