Eggplant Parmigiana Rounds

Vegetarian
Health score
21%
Eggplant Parmigiana Rounds
45 min.
2
540kcal

Suggestions

These eggplant parmigiana rounds are a delicious and hearty vegetarian dish perfect for lunch or dinner. The combination of crispy fried eggplant, melted mozzarella cheese, and flavorful tomato sauce is sure to satisfy your comfort food cravings. This recipe is a fun and unique take on the traditional Italian dish, eggplant parmigiana, which is usually served as a casserole. By preparing the eggplant in rounds, you get a beautiful presentation and a fun twist on the classic. This dish is not only tasty but also nutritious, offering a good source of protein, fiber, and various vitamins and minerals. It's a great option if you're looking for a meatless meal that will leave you feeling satisfied and nourished. The preparation is simple and straightforward, making it accessible for home cooks of all skill levels. So, if you're an eggplant lover or simply looking to explore new vegetarian dishes, this recipe for eggplant parmigiana rounds is definitely worth trying!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup breadcrumbs dry with salt and pepper
  • pound eggplant cut into 1/2-inch-thick rounds
  • large eggs beaten
  • servings flour all-purpose for dredging
  • 0.3 pound mozzarella cheese sliced thin
  • cup tomato sauce 
  • servings vegetable oil for frying

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • paper towels
  • broiler
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. Have ready in 3 separate bowls flour, eggs, and bread crumbs. Dredge eggplant in flour and coat with egg, letting excess drip off. Dredge eggplant in bread crumbs.
  2. In a large heavy skillet heat 1/4 inch oil over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking and fry eggplant rounds in batches 3 minutes on each side, transferring them with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain.
  3. Preheat the broiler.
  4. Arrange rounds on a baking sheet and top with tomato sauce and mozzarella. Broil rounds about 2 inches from heat until cheese is melted, about 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories540kcal
Protein20.93%
Fat38.05%
Carbs41.02%

Properties

Glycemic Index
88.5
Glycemic Load
8.54
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
29.992173899775%

Flavonoids

Delphinidin
194.34mg
Quercetin
0.09mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:539.72kcal
26.99%
Fat:23.22g
35.73%
Saturated Fat:10.08g
62.97%
Carbohydrates:56.32g
18.77%
Net Carbohydrates:45.65g
16.6%
Sugar:15.67g
17.41%
Cholesterol:230.79mg
76.93%
Sodium:1308.3mg
56.88%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Protein:28.74g
57.49%
Selenium:39.15µg
55.93%
Manganese:1.11mg
55.58%
Phosphorus:462.15mg
46.21%
Vitamin B2:0.75mg
44.28%
Calcium:427.13mg
42.71%
Fiber:10.67g
42.67%
Vitamin B1:0.61mg
40.36%
Folate:145.45µg
36.36%
Vitamin B12:1.88µg
31.32%
Potassium:1082.68mg
30.93%
Vitamin B3:5.91mg
29.56%
Iron:5.13mg
28.48%
Vitamin A:1235.87IU
24.72%
Copper:0.48mg
24.04%
Zinc:3.57mg
23.82%
Vitamin B6:0.47mg
23.44%
Vitamin E:3.34mg
22.29%
Magnesium:86.53mg
21.63%
Vitamin B5:2.12mg
21.19%
Vitamin K:20.67µg
19.68%
Vitamin C:13.56mg
16.44%
Vitamin D:1.23µg
8.18%
Source:Epicurious