Eggplant Marinara Flatbread

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
4%
Eggplant Marinara Flatbread
45 min.
6
178kcal

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Looking for a delicious and vegetarian-friendly meal that's both gluten-free and can be prepared in just 45 minutes? Look no further than this mouth-watering Eggplant Marinara Flatbread! This recipe serves 6 and offers a delightful 178 calories per serving. It's the perfect dish for those craving a flavorful and satisfying meal without compromising on their dietary preferences.

The star of this recipe is the tender, seasoned eggplant rounds, which are cooked to perfection and layered onto a bed of gluten-free flatbread. The rich, homemade marinara sauce is enhanced by the addition of fresh basil, adding a burst of freshness and aroma. Soft fresh goat cheese and coarsely grated mozzarella create a delectable, gooey topping that bakes to perfection, while a final garnish of basil leaves adds a touch of elegance.

With a balanced caloric breakdown of 14.68% protein, 77.94% fat, and 7.38% carbs, this Eggplant Marinara Flatbread is not only a feast for your taste buds but also a nutritious option for your diet. So why not give this easy-to-follow recipe a try and impress your friends and family with your cooking skills? Bon Appétit!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup basil fresh whole chopped (for garnish)
  • 0.3 cup basil fresh whole chopped (for garnish)
  • 6.3 inch eggplant (3 to 4 inches in diameter; from 1 large)
  • ounces goat cheese fresh soft
  • 1.3 cups tomatoes fresh
  • ounces mozzarella cheese grated
  • tablespoons olive oil divided ()

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoonsoil in large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Sprinkle eggplant with salt and pepper.
  4. Placein skillet. Cover. Cook until tender, turning, 10minutes.
  5. Transfer to plate.
  6. Brush cut side ofbottom half of bread with rest of oil. Cook inskillet, cut side down, until golden, 1 minute.
  7. Place bread, cut side up, on bakingsheet.
  8. Spread with 3/4 cup sauce. Crumblegoat cheese over; sprinkle with choppedbasil. Top with eggplant. Mound mozzarellaon eggplant; spoon remaining sauce over.
  9. Bake bread until topping is hot and crustis crisp, about 12 minutes.
  10. Cut into 6 pieces.
  11. Garnish with basil leaves
  12. Per serving: 289 calories, 17 g fat, 4 g fiber
  13. Bon Appétit

Nutrition Facts

Calories178kcal
Protein14.68%
Fat77.94%
Carbs7.38%

Properties

Glycemic Index
40.33
Glycemic Load
1.03
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
6.1817390815071%

Flavonoids

Delphinidin
2.3mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:177.69kcal
8.88%
Fat:15.72g
24.19%
Saturated Fat:5.17g
32.34%
Carbohydrates:3.35g
1.12%
Net Carbohydrates:2.46g
0.9%
Sugar:2.2g
2.44%
Cholesterol:19.28mg
6.43%
Sodium:395.56mg
17.2%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Protein:6.66g
13.33%
Vitamin K:18.81µg
17.92%
Vitamin E:2.16mg
14.41%
Calcium:120.87mg
12.09%
Vitamin A:587.67IU
11.75%
Phosphorus:107.01mg
10.7%
Vitamin B12:0.45µg
7.48%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.39%
Copper:0.14mg
7.12%
Selenium:3.8µg
5.43%
Manganese:0.11mg
5.33%
Potassium:182.51mg
5.21%
Zinc:0.78mg
5.18%
Iron:0.9mg
4.98%
Vitamin C:4.11mg
4.98%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.35%
Magnesium:15.03mg
3.76%
Fiber:0.89g
3.55%
Vitamin B3:0.61mg
3.04%
Vitamin B5:0.26mg
2.62%
Folate:9.45µg
2.36%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
1.77%
Source:Epicurious