Eggplant Parmesian

Prep: 20 min Cook: 30 min Serves: 6 Cuisine: Italian

A hearty eggplant Parmesan layered with sautéed mushrooms, melted mozzarella, and rich tomato sauce, perfect for comforting family dinners or casual gatherings.

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Ingredients

  • 1 large eggplant
  • 3 eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup seasoned bread crumbs
  • 3/4 cup salad oil
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • oregano
  • 32 oz. can tomato sauce
  • 1 lb. fresh mushrooms, sautéed

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Slice the eggplant into 1/8 to 1/4-inch thick slices lengthwise.
  3. Dip each eggplant slice into beaten eggs, then coat with seasoned bread crumbs.
  4. Sauté the breaded eggplant slices in hot salad oil until golden brown on each side.
  5. Place a layer of eggplant slices in a 1 1/2 to 2-quart casserole dish.
  6. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese, oregano, and sautéed mushrooms.
  7. Add a layer of sliced mozzarella cheese over the mushrooms.
  8. Cover with some of the tomato sauce.
  9. Repeat the layers until all eggplant slices are used, ending with a layer of sauce topped with mozzarella.
  10. Bake uncovered for 30 minutes or until the sauce is bubbly and cheese is melted.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

538 kcal 27% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 18.6g 37% DV
Total Fat 23g 30% DV
Carbs 71g 26% DV
Fiber 13g 46% DV
Sugar 5.1g 10% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 775.3mg 34% DV
Potassium 839.5mg 18% DV
Cholesterol 69.5mg 23% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 53mcg 6% DV
Vitamin C 3.3mg 4% DV
Vitamin D 0.1mcg
Calcium 709.3mg 55% DV
Iron 12.6mg 70% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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