Gluten-Free Eggplant Pizza

This Gluten-Free Eggplant Pizza features tender roasted eggplant slices topped with a vibrant mix of Greek flavors, making it a healthy and satisfying alternative to traditional pizza. Perfect for a light meal, this dish combines the freshness of Mediterranean ingredients with a delightful crispy base.

Ingredients

• Eggplant - 1 medium-sized
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Tomato sauce - 1/2 cup
• Feta cheese - 100 grams, crumbled
• Kalamata olives - 50 grams, pitted and sliced
• Red onion - 1/4, thinly sliced
• Bell pepper - 1/2, thinly sliced
• Oregano - 1 teaspoon, dried
• Mozzarella cheese - 100 grams, shredded
• Fresh parsley - for garnish

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Slice the eggplant into 1 cm thick rounds and place them on a baking sheet.
3. Drizzle the olive oil over the eggplant slices and sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
4. Roast in the oven for 15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and slightly golden.
5. Remove the eggplant from the oven and spread a layer of tomato sauce on each slice.
6. Top each slice with crumbled feta cheese, sliced olives, red onion, bell pepper, and dried oregano.
7. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the toppings.
8. Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 25 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from eggplant and tomatoes, which support heart health.
• High in fiber from vegetables, promoting digestive health.

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