Eggplant Parmesan

Health score
10%
Eggplant Parmesan
105 min.
10
284kcal

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Indulge in the comforting flavors of a classic Italian dish with this delightful Eggplant Parmesan recipe, perfect for family gatherings or dinner parties. With its layers of crispy, golden-baked eggplant, rich ricotta, and gooey mozzarella, this hearty meal is not only delicious but also a healthier option with the use of whole-wheat panko and abundant fresh basil.

Imagine the tantalizing aroma wafting through your kitchen as you prepare this dish, inviting everyone to the table. This Eggplant Parmesan is a symphony of textures and tastes, where the crunchy exterior of the eggplant meets the creamy layers of cheese and savory pasta sauce. It's a fulfilling main course that suits both lunch and dinner, guaranteed to satisfy even the pickiest eaters, while being a great vegetarian option.

In just 105 minutes, you can create a beautifully layered dish that serves up to 10 people – perfect for sharing with friends and family. Whether it’s the warm notes of minced garlic or the burst of flavor from crushed red pepper, each bite will pleasantly surprise your palate. Plus, it's a fantastic way to incorporate more vegetables into your meals without sacrificing on taste. Delight in this Eggplant Parmesan, and make it a staple in your culinary repertoire!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup torn basil fresh
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper red crushed
  • large eggs lightly beaten
  • pound eggplants peeled
  • large eggs lightly beaten
  • ounces fontina finely grated
  • 1.5 teaspoons garlic minced
  • ounces mozzarella cheese thinly sliced
  • cups panko bread crumbs whole-wheat (Japanese breadcrumbs)
  • ounce parmigiano-reggiano cheese fresh grated
  • 16 ounce part-skim ricotta cheese 
  • 24 ounce premium pasta sauce 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoon water 

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • aluminum foil
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 37
  2. To make eggplant, combine 2 eggs and 1 tablespoon water in a shallow dish.
  3. Combine panko and 1/4 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano in a second shallow dish. Dip eggplant in egg mixture; dredge in panko mixture, pressing gently to adhere and shaking off excess.
  4. Place eggplant 1 inch apart on baking sheets coated with cooking spray.
  5. Bake at 375 for 30 minutes or until golden, turning once and rotating baking sheets after 15 minutes.
  6. To make filling, combine basil and next 6 ingredients (through egg).
  7. To assemble, spoon 1/2 cup pasta sauce in bottom of a 13 x 9-inch glass baking dish coated with cooking spray.
  8. Layer half of eggplant slices over pasta sauce.
  9. Sprinkle eggplant with 1/8 teaspoon salt. Top with about 3/4 cup pasta sauce; spread half of ricotta mixture over sauce, and top with a third of mozzarella and 1/4 cup fontina. Repeat layers once, ending with about 1 cup pasta sauce. Cover tightly with aluminum foil coated with cooking spray.
  10. Bake at 375 for 35 minutes.
  11. Remove foil; top with remaining third of mozzarella and 1/4 cup fontina.
  12. Bake at 375 for 10 minutes or until sauce is bubbly and cheese melts; cool 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories284kcal
Protein25.84%
Fat45.13%
Carbs29.03%

Properties

Glycemic Index
25.6
Glycemic Load
2.2
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
15.281304473462%

Flavonoids

Delphinidin
77.74mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:283.92kcal
14.2%
Fat:14.49g
22.29%
Saturated Fat:7.99g
49.95%
Carbohydrates:20.97g
6.99%
Net Carbohydrates:16.63g
6.05%
Sugar:6.97g
7.74%
Cholesterol:99.57mg
33.19%
Sodium:805.79mg
35.03%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:18.66g
37.33%
Calcium:369.65mg
36.97%
Selenium:21.7µg
31%
Phosphorus:303.7mg
30.37%
Vitamin B2:0.37mg
21.88%
Manganese:0.43mg
21.7%
Vitamin A:916.75IU
18.33%
Fiber:4.35g
17.38%
Vitamin B12:1µg
16.68%
Potassium:543.33mg
15.52%
Zinc:2.33mg
15.52%
Folate:55.02µg
13.76%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.97%
Iron:2.11mg
11.72%
Vitamin K:12.12µg
11.54%
Magnesium:44.69mg
11.17%
Copper:0.22mg
11.07%
Vitamin B6:0.22mg
10.98%
Vitamin B3:2.18mg
10.88%
Vitamin E:1.57mg
10.47%
Vitamin B5:0.96mg
9.59%
Vitamin C:7.12mg
8.63%
Vitamin D:0.5µg
3.34%
Source:My Recipes