Easy Eggplant Pita

A splash of olive oil in the pan begins the process. Then the veggies are tumbled in - chopped eggplant, mushrooms, onion, and bell pepper. A shake of garlic powder, and when everything is cooked and yummy, it 's plopped into a pita pocket. Top with Mozzarella cheese, and serve.

• Preparation Time: 25 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 236 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• ½ onion, chopped
• ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• ¼ cup fresh sliced mushrooms
• 1 small eggplant, diced
• 4 pitas, halved
• ½ cup ranch-style salad dressing (Optional)

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine eggplant, mushrooms, green bell pepper, onion, garlic powder and olive oil in a skillet and fry until vegetables are gently brown and softened.

Step 2

Stuff hot vegetable mixture into pita bread pockets. Sprinkle Mozzarella cheese into the pockets. Top the entire sandwich with ranch dressing if you wish.