Snack: Eggplant Parm Dip
Recipe by Rian Handler Everything you love about eggplant parm, now in dip form!
This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:
Health and fertility benefits of Eggplant Parm Dip
Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.
Ingredients
2 large eggplants
olive oil, for drizzling
1 head garlic, top sliced off
1 c. marinara sauce
kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 c. shredded Parmesan, divided
1 c. shredded mozzarella
1/4 c. packed, fresh basil leaves, plus more for garnish
4 slices low-moisture mozzarella
1/4 c. panko breadcrumbs
1 large French baguette, sliced and toasted
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with foil.
Prick eggplants all over and rub with olive oil. Drizzle garlic with olive oil and add to baking sheet. Bake until eggplant is soft and skin is blistered, and garlic is caramelized, 40-45 minutes.
Split open eggplants and scoop out flesh. Discard skin. Squeeze out garlic and discard skin as well. Add to food processor along with tomato sauce, salt, pepper, 1/4 cup Parmesan, shredded mozzarella, and basil leaves. Process until smooth. Transfer mixture to medium baking dish and top with sliced mozzarella, remaining Parm, then breadcrumbs.
Raise oven to 400 degrees F. Bake until cheese is bubbly and Panko is golden, 20 minutes. Let cool slightly.
Garnish with more torn basil and serve with toasted french bread.
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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 6
| Amount Per Serving | ||
|---|---|---|
| Calories 0 | ||
| Fat 0 | ||
| Carbohydrate 0 | ||
| Protein 0 | ||
