Keto Eggplant Bake Recipe
Italian cuisine · 600 calories

About this recipe
A delicious and hearty keto-friendly dinner featuring layers of eggplant, spinach, and cheese baked to perfection. Perfect for those seeking a low-carb, vegetarian meal solution.
Ingredients
- Pack Of 2 Aubergine/Eggplant Medium (Pack Of 2)
- 500 g Italian Ricotta Cheese - 500Gr - Marco Alimentari
- - Bazachi Arla Pro Mozzarella Professional Grated Cheese
- - Dolls House Miniature Handmade Parmesan Cheese Wheel
- 1 L Olive Oil – Organic
- - Mill & Mortar Finishing Salt Flakes Gift Set
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2. Slice 2 medium eggplants into 1/4-inch rounds, lightly salt them, and let them sit for 15 minutes to draw out moisture. Pat them dry with paper towels.
- 3. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly fry the eggplant slices in batches until golden on both sides. Set them aside on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- 4. Cook 2 cups of frozen spinach according to package directions, then drain thoroughly to remove excess water.
- 5. In a mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of ricotta cheese with the cooked spinach. Mix gently until well blended.
- 6. Spread the ricotta-spinach mixture evenly in the bottom of a baking dish.
- 7. Layer the fried eggplant slices over the ricotta-spinach mixture.
- 8. Slice or grate 1/2 cup of mozzarella cheese and layer it over the eggplant.
- 9. Pour 1 cup of tomato sauce evenly over the mozzarella layer.
- 10. Sprinkle 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese over the top.
- 11. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until the dish is bubbly and the cheese is golden.
- 12. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your keto-friendly eggplant bake!