Eggplant Parmesan

Health score
3%
Eggplant Parmesan
20 min.
6
154kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary experience with our Eggplant Parmesan! This dish is a perfect blend of flavors and textures, making it an ideal choice for antipasti, starters, or even a satisfying snack. With just 20 minutes of preparation time, you can whip up a delicious meal that serves six, all while keeping it light at only 154 calories per serving.

Imagine the rich, savory taste of tender eggplant slices, perfectly broiled to bring out their natural sweetness. Each slice is generously coated with a crispy mixture of Parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs, adding a delightful crunch that contrasts beautifully with the gooey, melted mozzarella cheese. Topped off with a warm, zesty spaghetti sauce, this dish is not only visually appealing but also a feast for the taste buds.

Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply treating yourself to a comforting meal, Eggplant Parmesan is sure to impress. It's a fantastic way to enjoy the goodness of vegetables while indulging in the cheesy, hearty flavors we all love. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a dish that will have everyone coming back for seconds!

Ingredients

  • medium eggplant peeled cut into 1/4-inch slices (1 1/2 pounds)
  • serving pam original flavor shopping list 
  • 0.3 cup parmesan shredded finely
  • 0.3 cup breadcrumbs dry (any flavor)
  • teaspoons vegetable oil 
  • cup pasta sauce 
  • ounces mozzarella cheese shredded reduced-fat

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • broiler pan

Directions

  1. Set oven control to broil. Generously spray both sides of each eggplant slice with cooking spray.
  2. Place on rack in broiler pan. Broil with tops 4 to 5 inches from heat about 10 minutes, turning once, until tender.
  3. While eggplant is broiling, mix Parmesan cheese and bread crumbs; toss with oil.
  4. Heat spaghetti sauce in 1-quart saucepan over medium heat about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
  5. Remove from heat; cover to keep warm.
  6. Sprinkle 1 cup of the mozzarella cheese over eggplant slices. Spoon bread crumb mixture over cheese. Broil about 1 minute or until cheese is melted and crumbs are brown. Top eggplant with spaghetti sauce and remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Calories154kcal
Protein27.11%
Fat45.37%
Carbs27.52%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17
Glycemic Load
1.41
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
8.5369565175927%

Flavonoids

Delphinidin
65.41mg
Quercetin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:153.84kcal
7.69%
Fat:7.96g
12.25%
Saturated Fat:4.11g
25.67%
Carbohydrates:10.86g
3.62%
Net Carbohydrates:7.76g
2.82%
Sugar:4.79g
5.32%
Cholesterol:21.92mg
7.31%
Sodium:492.51mg
21.41%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:10.7g
21.41%
Calcium:308.29mg
30.83%
Phosphorus:206.58mg
20.66%
Manganese:0.27mg
13.3%
Fiber:3.11g
12.42%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.43%
Selenium:6.94µg
9.91%
Potassium:333.82mg
9.54%
Zinc:1.21mg
8.08%
Vitamin A:374.12IU
7.48%
Vitamin K:7.42µg
7.07%
Folate:28.22µg
7.06%
Magnesium:27.71mg
6.93%
Vitamin B6:0.13mg
6.72%
Vitamin E:1mg
6.63%
Copper:0.13mg
6.46%
Vitamin B3:1.24mg
6.22%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
6.02%
Vitamin C:4.54mg
5.5%
Vitamin B12:0.31µg
5.25%
Iron:0.89mg
4.96%
Vitamin B5:0.41mg
4.13%