Loaded Baked Eggplant Slices with Marinara Sauce

These eggplant slices are loaded with Italian flavors, making it a perfect Whole30-friendly meal. The eggplant is roasted until tender and then topped with marinara sauce, melted mozzarella cheese, and fresh basil. This dish is a quick and easy way to get your daily dose of vegetables.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 25 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 large eggplant, sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup marinara sauce
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2. Brush eggplant slices with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
3. Roast eggplant slices in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until tender.
4. Top each eggplant slice with marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, and basil.
5. Bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
6. Serve immediately.