How to Roast Eggplant: Oven Roasted Eggplant Recipe

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This oven-roasted eggplant recipe is the perfect healthy addition to just about any meal. I keep the basic seasonings in these grilled eggplant slices so they can be used in a variety of ways. Turn them into eggplant parmesan with marinara and mozzarella. Or use them in place of pasta as a lasagna layer (Eggplant Lasagna! ). Or just put them next to the chicken! You really can’t go wrong. I’ll show you how to cut an eggplant and how to roast it – everything you need to know about roasting an eggplant can be found below.

Eggplant is one of those vegetables that people often have strong opinions about. I understand. I’m not always a big fan of eggplant. But when you drizzle the slices with a generous drizzle of olive oil and season them properly, they caramelize in the oven and are irresistible!

The obsession with eggplant is something I can live with. Let’s go to the eggplant!

How to Roast Eggplant

I’m here to show you how to roast eggplant! As I already mentioned, it’s fast, simple and versatile.

Everyone should have a basic grilled eggplant recipe in their back pocket, and that’s it.

• slice the eggplant. I like to slice them into 1/2 inch (or so) slices.

Tip: The thinner the slices, the more caramelized edges and the shorter the baking time. However, if you slice them thin, you run the risk of burning also Thin, so 1/2 inch thick (or slightly thinner) is a good target thickness.

• Put the eggplants on the baking sheet (or two if you don’t have room). Once the slices are laid out in a single layer, drizzle with olive oil and season with sea salt, garlic powder, and black pepper. Flip slices and repeat for oil and seasoning.

• grilled eggplant. I like to cook them until soft and golden and starting to caramelize a bit. It takes about 30-35 minutes.

This is how to grill sliced ​​eggplant. Have some marinara on the side if you like!

Do eggplants have to be peeled before cooking?

Do not! You don’t have to peel the eggplant before cooking it. The skin of the eggplant (nice purple!) is completely edible and actually helps the eggplant hold together after cooking.

If you’re going to turn your grilled eggplant slices into a baba ganush-like dip, you can remove the peel, but for general grilled eggplant recipes, you’ll leave the peel on.

How to Cut Eggplant

When you cut the eggplant, you want to cut it crosswise into rounds, about 1/2 inch thick. Try to slice them evenly so they cook evenly.

I do have a specific tip on how to cut eggplants:

Cut off the leafy ends only after you’ve finished slicing so you have more to grab while slicing.

How to Season Eggplant

In this oven-roasted eggplant recipe, we keep the seasonings very basic. This is great because eggplant can be used in many different ways.

I like to drizzle eggplants with healthy olive oil and season with salt, garlic powder and black pepper.

Tip: Want more flavor without breaking a sweat? sprinkle some Italian seasoning!

That’s it! Your grilled eggplant slices can be eaten as is or used in recipes.

how long to bake eggplant

Cooking time for grilled eggplant slices is approx. 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 30 minutes. You want them golden and soft.

If your slices are much larger or smaller than 1/2 inch, the cooking time may vary, as I recommend here.

How to Store Grilled Eggplant Slices

You can store roasted eggplant slices in the refrigerator for 3-5 days. Let them cool after baking, then layer them into an airtight container.

How to Freeze Oven Roasted Eggplant

This oven-roasted eggplant recipe freezes well! After the eggplants are cooked, let them cool. You can then freeze them in a single layer on cookie sheet. When they are frozen solid, you can transfer the slices to a freezer bag.

When you’re ready to use the grilled eggplant slices, let them thaw and reheat in a skillet or 350°F oven until warm.

what to serve with grilled eggplant

I love healthy eggplant recipes like this because it goes with just about anything!you will find all my Easy keto low carb dinner recipe herebut here are some favorites that work best with this grilled eggplant recipe:

• non-stick baking pan – These are my favorite pans! They never stick and clean up just fine! I love the extra large pan for roasted eggplant recipes.
• 8 inch chef’s knife – How to cut eggplant? Use a good knife!
• Mr Olive Oil – Using this mr on your slices ensures a thin mist of oil on top of each eggplant.

How to Cook Eggplant: Oven Roasted Eggplant Recipe

Learn how to slice an eggplant and how to grill eggplant slices in 3 easy steps! This oven-roasted eggplant recipe is the perfect healthy side dish.

Prepare: 5 minute

chef: 30 minute

All: 35 minute

Serving Size: 4 (Adjust the scale recipe)

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1. Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C).

2. Cut eggplant crosswise into rounds, about 1/2 inch (1.25 cm) thick. Cut off the leafy ends only after you’ve finished slicing so you have more to grab while slicing.

3. Arrange the eggplant slices in a single layer on an extra large baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle with sea salt, garlic powder and black pepper. Flip and repeat with olive oil, salt, garlic powder and pepper.

4. Put the eggplant slices in the oven 30-35 minutesuntil soft and golden.

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recipe notes

serving size: 4 slices, or 1/4 of the entire recipe

nutrient content

Amount per serving. Serving Sizes in Recipe Instructions Above.

Calories
178

fat
13 grams

protein
2 grams

total carbohydrates
13 grams

net carbs
7 grams

fiber
6 grams

sugar
8 grams

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