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Breaded Eggplant

A delicious, satisfying, and plant-based dish featuring crispy, golden-brown eggplant slices served with marinara sauce.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Side, Snack
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Easy, Vegetarian
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

Eggplant

  • 1 medium eggplant Sliced into ½-inch thick rounds

Breading Mixture

  • ½ cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ¾ cup Italian dressing Store-bought or homemade

Garnish

  • Fresh parsley, chopped For garnish
  • Marinara sauce For dipping

Instructions

  • Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the eggplant into ½-inch thick rounds and sprinkle with salt. Let sit for 30 minutes.
  • Step 2: In a mixing bowl, combine the bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well.
  • Step 3: Rinse the eggplant slices, pat dry, and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Step 4: Dip each eggplant slice in Italian dressing, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture. Place on the baking sheet.
  • Step 5: Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
  • Step 6: Garnish with parsley and serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping.

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Parchment Paper

Notes

For extra crunch, consider double-dipping the eggplant slices. You can also experiment with different cheeses or spices.