Eggplant Stacks

Prep: 15 min Cook: 30 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: Mediterranean

Eggplant stacks feature tender eggplant slices layered with cheesy tomato sauce, offering a flavorful, hearty vegetarian dish perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests.

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Ingredients

  • 1 medium eggplant
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 6 Tbsp salad oil
  • 1/4 lb sliced Cheddar cheese
  • 1 c tomato sauce
  • 1/4 c minced onion

Instructions

  1. Pare the eggplant and cut into 3/8-inch thick slices, then cut slices into strips 3/8-inch wide.
  2. Rinse the eggplant strips in cold water and drain thoroughly on paper towels.
  3. Dip the eggplant slices into beaten egg, then coat with salt.
  4. Heat salad oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  5. Fry the eggplant slices until golden brown on both sides; drain on paper towels.
  6. Arrange a layer of fried eggplant slices in a baking dish.
  7. Top with sliced Cheddar cheese and minced onion.
  8. Pour tomato sauce over the layered eggplant, cheese, and onion.
  9. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 20-25 minutes until bubbly and cheese is melted.
  10. Serve hot.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

444 kcal 22% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 9g 18% DV
Total Fat 31.2g 40% DV
Carbs 34.2g 12% DV
Fiber 1.6g 6% DV
Sugar 3.1g 6% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10242.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 297.8mg 6% DV
Cholesterol 89.3mg 30% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 106mcg 12% DV
Vitamin C 2.6mg 3% DV
Vitamin D 0.2mcg 1% DV
Calcium 254.8mg 20% DV
Iron 1.3mg 7% DV

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

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