Healthier Eggplant Parmesan II

Healthier Eggplant Parmesan II

Eggplant slices are dipped in egg whites and whole wheat bread crumbs, then baked instead of fried, creating a healthier version of the traditional dish.

Preparation Time
25 mins
Cooking Time
50 mins
Total Time
1 hr 15 mins
Calories
325 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Step 2
Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 35 minutes.
Step 3
Beat together egg, egg whites, and water in a shallow bowl until well combined. Place bread crumbs on a large plate.
Step 4
Dip eggplant slices in egg mixture, then bread crumbs until evenly coated. Place in a single layer on a baking sheet.
Step 5
Bake in the preheated oven until fork tender, 7 to 10 minutes on each side.
Step 6
Spread spaghetti sauce to cover the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Place a layer of baked eggplant slices in sauce. Sprinkle with some mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Repeat with remaining ingredients, ending with cheeses. Sprinkle basil on top.

Ingredients

  • 3 egg whites
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 whole egg
  • 6 cups spaghetti sauce, divided
  • 2 cups whole wheat bread crumbs
  • 3 eggplant, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried basil
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
  • 0.75 pound part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded and divided

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