Spinach & Cheese Stuffed Eggplant Rounds

40 mins
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. 2Line a sheet pan with parchment paper and set aside.
  3. 3Slice the eggplant into 1/2 inch thick rounds.
  4. 4Use a cookie cutter to cut out a round hole in the eggplant rounds, leaving a small edge.
  5. 5Set the edges onto the sheet pan spread out, then chop the middle parts into small cubes.
  6. 6Heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat.
  7. 7Add the chopped eggplant and onion to the pan.
  8. 8Sauté for about 10-12 minutes until tender and cooked.
  9. 9Add 1/2 teaspoon of salt, pepper to taste, and 4 oz of baby spinach.
  10. 10Continue to sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the spinach is completely wilted.
  11. 11Remove from heat and set aside to cool for about 10 minutes.
  12. 12Transfer the mixture to a mixing bowl.
  13. 13Add 1 cup of crumbled feta cheese, 1 cup of shredded mozzarella, and 1/2 cup of shredded Parmesan cheese.
  14. 14Mix to combine the cheeses with the eggplant and spinach mixture.
  15. 15Add 1 egg to the mixture and mix to combine thoroughly.
  16. 16Fill the eggplant round edges on the sheet pan with the mixture.
  17. 17Brush the edges of the eggplant with more olive oil.
  18. 18Place into the oven for 25-27 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 large eggplant
  • 1 large yellow onion
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • pepper
  • 4 oz baby spinach
  • 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella
  • 0.5 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg

Equipment

cookie cutterknifesheet panmixing bowloven

Tips

  • Use a cookie cutter or a knife to cut out the center of the eggplant rounds.
  • This recipe is super simple and tasty, reminding of spinach pie.
  • The recipe is suitable for those on a low-carb or keto diet.
  • Make sure to fill the eggplant rounds completely with the mixture.
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