Baked Eggplant Pizza

Baked Eggplant Pizza is a delightful low-carb twist on traditional pizza, featuring roasted eggplant slices topped with vibrant Mediterranean flavors. This dish is not only delicious but also healthy, making it a perfect choice for a light meal.

Ingredients

• Eggplant - 1 medium
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Garlic powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Tomato sauce - 1/2 cup
• Mozzarella cheese - 1 cup shredded
• Feta cheese - 50 grams, crumbled
• Fresh basil - 10 leaves, chopped
• Oregano - 1 teaspoon

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Slice the eggplant into 1 cm thick rounds and place them on a baking sheet.
3. Drizzle olive oil over the eggplant slices and sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
4. Bake the eggplant in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, until tender and slightly golden.
5. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and spoon a layer of tomato sauce onto each eggplant slice.
6. Top the sauce with shredded mozzarella cheese, crumbled feta cheese, chopped basil, and oregano.
7. Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. Remove from the oven, let cool for a couple of minutes, then serve warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 640 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 7 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from eggplant, which may support heart health.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

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