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
