Keto Beef and Eggplant Bake

Keto Beef and Eggplant Bake is a hearty, low-carb dish featuring layers of seasoned ground beef and tender eggplant, baked to perfection with melted cheese. This satisfying meal is perfect for those following a ketogenic diet while still craving comfort food.

Ingredients

• Ground beef - 300 grams
• Eggplant - 1 medium (about 250 grams)
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 small, diced
• Diced tomatoes (canned) - 200 grams
• Italian seasoning - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Mozzarella cheese - 100 grams, shredded
• Parmesan cheese - 30 grams, grated
• Fresh basil - a handful, chopped (optional)

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Slice the eggplant into 1 cm thick rounds, sprinkle with salt, and let sit for 15 minutes to draw out moisture. Rinse and pat dry.
3. In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onions and minced garlic, sautéing until translucent.
4. Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
5. Stir in diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.
6. In a separate pan, heat the remaining olive oil over medium heat. Add the eggplant slices and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until tender and lightly browned.
7. In a baking dish, layer half of the eggplant slices on the bottom, followed by the meat mixture. Add the remaining eggplant on top.
8. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top layer of eggplant.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
10. Garnish with fresh basil if desired, and serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 480
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 12 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Low in carbohydrates, suitable for ketogenic diets.

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