Pizza aux Aubergines

Pizza aux Aubergines is a delightful dairy-free French pizza topped with roasted eggplants and fresh herbs. This dish offers a unique twist on traditional pizza, combining rich flavors with a crispy crust.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough - 250 grams
• Eggplant - 1 medium (about 200 grams)
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Tomato sauce - 100 grams
• Fresh basil - 10 grams, torn
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Red chili flakes - 1/2 teaspoon (optional)
• Pine nuts - 30 grams, toasted

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. Slice the eggplant into thin rounds, sprinkle with salt, and let sit for 10 minutes to draw out moisture.
3. Rinse the eggplant slices and pat them dry with a paper towel.
4. In a bowl, toss the eggplant with olive oil, minced garlic, black pepper, and oregano.
5. Spread the eggplant slices on a baking sheet and roast in the oven for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
6. While the eggplant is roasting, roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
7. Transfer the rolled dough to a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
8. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the pizza dough.
9. Once the eggplant is done roasting, arrange the slices on top of the sauce.
10. Sprinkle with torn fresh basil, red chili flakes (if using), and toasted pine nuts.
11. Bake the pizza in the oven for an additional 15 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.
12. Remove from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, slice, and serve.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in dietary fiber from eggplant, promoting digestive health.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil and pine nuts, supporting heart health.

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