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(Lighter) Classic Eggplant Parmigiana

 
One serving costs about $2.02

$2.02 per serving

1 people like this recipe

1 likes

This recipe is ready in 45 minutes

Ready in 45 minutes

4 gluten-free,primal,gluten free,primal lunch,main course,main dish,dinner Mediterranean,Italian,European
spoonacular Score:78%

Spoonacular Score: 78%

 

(Lighter) Classic Eggplant Parmigianan is a Mediterranean recipe that serves 4. This main course has 305 calories, 17g of protein, and 16g of fat per serving. For $2.02 per serving, this recipe covers 22% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes about 45 minutes. This recipe from Foodista has 1 fans. Head to the store and pick up parmigiano, eggplants, garlic, and a few other things to make it today. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free and primal diet. With a spoonacular score of 73%, this dish is solid. Lighter Chicken Parmigiana, Lighter Chicken Parmigiana, and Lighter aubergine Parmigiana are very similar to this recipe.

Chianti, Verdicchio, and Trebbiano are great choices for Eggplant Parmigiana. Italians know food and they know wine. Trebbiano and Verdicchio are Italian white wines that pair well with fish and white meat, while Chianti is a great Italian red for heavier, bolder dishes. You could try Castellare Chianti Classico Riservan Il Poggiale. Reviewers quite like it with a 4.1 out of 5 star rating and a price of about 34 dollars per bottle.

Castellare Chianti Classico Riserva Il Poggiale

Made from 90% Sangioveto, 5% Canaiolo, and 5% Ciliegiolo grown in the Il Poggiale vineyard, the grapes come from an elevation of almost 1,500 feet above sea level. The combination of high elevation and extremely low yields results in a wine thatmanages to simultaneously show both restraint and layered richness. This classic red holds great aging capability.This Riserva is a brilliant garnet color with layered aromas of red cherries, earth, rose flowers, and leather. On the palate, the wine shows excellent structure with firm, integrated tannins and is full-bodied with plenty of spice.

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Ingredients

Servings:
28 ounce
28 ounce whole diced canned tomatoes
whole diced canned tomatoes
2 medium
2 medium eggplants
eggplants
2 Tbsps
2 Tbsps extra virgin olive oil
extra virgin olive oil
some
some fresh basil leaves
fresh basil leaves
some
some fresh basil leaves
fresh basil leaves
2 medium balls
2 medium balls fresh mozzarella
fresh mozzarella
2 cloves
2 cloves garlic
garlic
some
some parmigiano
parmigiano
0.5 tsps
0.5 tsps salt
salt
some
some black salt and pepper
black salt and pepper
28 ounce whole diced canned tomatoes
28 ounce
whole diced canned tomatoes
2 medium eggplants
2 medium
eggplants
2 Tbsps extra virgin olive oil
2 Tbsps
extra virgin olive oil
some fresh basil leaves
some
fresh basil leaves
some fresh basil leaves
some
fresh basil leaves
2 medium balls fresh mozzarella
2 medium balls
fresh mozzarella
2 cloves garlic
2 cloves
garlic
some parmigiano
some
parmigiano
0.5 tsps salt
0.5 tsps
salt
some black salt and pepper
some
black salt and pepper

Equipment

baking pan
baking pan
oven
oven
colander
colander
sauce pan
sauce pan
baking pan
baking pan
oven
oven
colander
colander
sauce pan
sauce pan


Instructions

  1. Prepare the eggplant: Peel the eggplant and cut lengthwise into long slices, about 1/4 of an inch thick. Layer the slices in a colander. Sprinkle each layer generously with salt. Continue to layer the slices until finished. Allow the eggplant to drain in the sink for a minimum of 30 minutes but you can allow to sit longer while you prepare the sauce.
  2. Make the sauce: Heat the olive oil in a saucepan or skillet over medium heat. Add in the garlic and pinch of hot pepper flakes (if using). Cook until garlic is fragrant being careful to not let brown about 30 seconds to 1 minute. Add in the diced tomatoes. Allow the sauce to come to a simmer. Cook until the tomatoes break down and the sauce thickens - about 20 minutes. (Allow the sauce to become thick and chunky so the finished dish is not too watery.) Once thickened, season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Chiffonade a few basil leaves (roll lengthwise and cut into little slices.) Stir to combine. Taste and adjust any seasonings.
  3. Roast the eggplant: While the sauce is cooking, preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly coat 2 sheet pans with olive oil. Rinse and dry the eggplant slices. Lay the slices on the pan and brush he tops with additional olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and freshly ground pepper. Bake until soft and golden, about 20 minutes. Check half way through and turn slices. Remove from oven. Allow to cool until possible to handle. Maintain oven temperature.
  4. Assemble and bake: In a baking dish, spread a thin layer of the tomato sauce on the bottom. Layer about 1/3 of the eggplant slices over the tomato sauce. Spread with another thin layer of tomato sauce. Sprinkle with about 1/3 of the mozzarella and a dusting of Parmigiano. Repeat with the remaining eggplant, tomato sauce and cheeses. I give the top an extra dusting of Parmigiano. Bake until the cheese has melted and the sauce is nice and bubbly, about 25 minutes.
  5. Allow the dish to rest for about 15 minutes before serving. Buon appetito!

Read the detailed instructions on Foodista.com – The Cooking Encyclopedia Everyone Can Edit

Price Breakdown

Cost per Serving: $2.10
Ingredient
28 ounces whole diced canned tomatoes
2 mediums eggplants
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
some fresh basil leaves
some fresh basil leaves
2 medium balls fresh mozzarella
2 cloves garlic
some parmigiano
some black salt and pepper
Price
$1.70
$3.03
$0.33
$0.31
$0.31
$0.03
$0.13
$2.53
$0.01
$8.40

Nutritional Information

Quickview
305 Calories
16g Protein
15g Total Fat
29g Carbs
33% Health Score
Limit These
Calories
305k
15%

Fat
15g
24%

  Saturated Fat
6g
38%

Carbohydrates
29g
10%

  Sugar
17g
19%

Cholesterol
20mg
7%

Sodium
1041mg
45%

Get Enough Of These
Protein
16g
33%

Manganese
0.99mg
49%

Calcium
456mg
46%

Fiber
10g
43%

Vitamin K
40µg
38%

Phosphorus
333mg
33%

Potassium
1153mg
33%

Vitamin C
24mg
30%

Copper
0.58mg
29%

Vitamin E
4mg
29%

Vitamin B6
0.54mg
27%

Magnesium
88mg
22%

Folate
81µg
20%

Vitamin B3
4mg
20%

Iron
3mg
20%

Vitamin A
928IU
19%

Vitamin B2
0.29mg
17%

Vitamin B1
0.25mg
17%

Vitamin B5
1mg
14%

Selenium
8µg
13%

Zinc
1mg
12%

Vitamin B12
0.37µg
6%

Vitamin D
0.15µg
1%

covered percent of daily need

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