Description
Saut?ed Eggplant Parmesan is a heartwarming Italian dish that combines layers of tender saut?ed eggplant, rich marinara sauce, and gooey mozzarella cheese. This delightful recipe delivers a comforting taste reminiscent of family gatherings while offering a healthier twist on the classic favorite. Perfect for busy weeknights or elegant occasions, this dish promises to impress guests and satisfy cravings alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium eggplants (about 1 lb)
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Slice the eggplants into 1/2-inch rounds, sprinkle with salt, and let sit for 20 minutes to draw out moisture.
- In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and saut? until fragrant (about 1 minute). Stir in marinara sauce and simmer.
- Rinse excess salt from eggplant slices, pat dry, and saut? in olive oil until golden brown on both sides (3-4 minutes per side).
- In a baking dish, layer marinara sauce, saut?ed eggplants, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, and basil.
- Preheat the oven to 375?F (190?C). Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until bubbly.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (200g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg