Eggplant and Tomato Bake with Cheese and Garlic

This Eggplant and Tomato Bake with Cheese and Garlic is a flavorful, low-carb American supper dish that pairs tender roasted eggplant with juicy tomatoes, all baked to perfection under a golden layer of cheese. It's a comforting and satisfying meal that's as nutritious as it is delicious.

Ingredients

• Eggplant - 1 medium (about 250g)
• Tomatoes - 2 medium (about 300g)
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Mozzarella cheese - 100g, shredded
• Parmesan cheese - 30g, grated
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh basil - a few leaves for garnish

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F).
2. Slice the eggplant into 1 cm thick rounds and sprinkle with salt. Let it sit for about 15 minutes to draw out moisture, then pat dry with a paper towel.
3. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add the sliced eggplant to the skillet and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until slightly golden. Remove from heat.
5. In a 20cm (8-inch) baking dish, layer half of the sautéed eggplant, followed by half of the sliced tomatoes. Sprinkle with half of the oregano, salt, and pepper.
6. Repeat the layers with the remaining eggplant, tomatoes, oregano, salt, and pepper.
7. Top the layered vegetables with the shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese.
8. Drizzle the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over the cheese.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
10. Remove from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, and garnish with fresh basil before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 290
• Protein: 16 g
• Carbs: 14 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 550 mg
• Cholesterol: 40 mg
• Total Fat: 21 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from tomatoes and eggplant, which can help reduce inflammation.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

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