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Eggplant Pizza

Cultural Context

Originating from Italy, eggplant pizza reflects the Mediterranean tradition of using fresh, seasonal vegetables. This dish is a delightful twist on traditional pizza, allowing for a healthier, low-carb option while still delivering on flavor. Today, it has gained popularity among health-conscious eaters and those following gluten-free diets, making it a versatile choice for many.

ItalianITmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 grande melanzana
300 g di passata di pomodoro
200 g di mozzarella per pizza
1 spicchio di aglio
basilico o origano
sale
olio di oliva

mozzarella cheese

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: provolone cheese

Part-skim mozzarella reduces fat while maintaining stretchiness.

parmesan cheese

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: nutritional yeast

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast offers a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

olive oil

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: avocado oil

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a more budget-friendly cooking oil.

eggplant

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: zucchini

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: summer squash

Zucchini can be used for a similar texture and flavor.

1

Preheat the oven.

2

Slice the eggplant into rounds.

3

Season the eggplant slices with salt and let them sit to draw out moisture.

4

In a pan, heat olive oil and sautรฉ the garlic until fragrant.

5

Add the tomato passata and cook for a few minutes.

6

Place the eggplant slices on a baking tray.

7

Spread the cooked tomato sauce over the eggplant slices.

8

Top each slice with mozzarella cheese.

9

Sprinkle with fresh basil or oregano.

10

Bake in the oven for less than 30 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Cooking Techniques

slicingbaking

Equipment Needed

ovenpan

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Eggplant Parmesan PizzaVegetable PizzaLow-Carb Pizza
Local Name: Pizza di Melanzane

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