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Eggplant-Base Pizza (No-Dough)
Eggplant-base pizza is a creative canvas of tender vegetable rounds transformed into savory bites of pizza bliss. Each slice offers the rich flavors of tomato, cheese, and herbs perched delicately atop roasted eggplant—elegantly light, yet deeply satisfying.
Ingredients
- 2 large eggplants (globe variety)
- 4–5 tbsp tomato sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 8 olives, chopped
- 100 g melting cheese
- 100 g feta cheese, crumbled
- 6 slices of bacon
- Salt (for the eggplants)
- Olive oil (for the eggplants)
Instructions
- Prepare the Baking Tray
Line a baking tray with parchment paper and set aside. - Prepare the Eggplants
Slice the eggplants into rounds and soak them in water for 30 minutes to remove bitterness.
After soaking, pat the slices dry with a towel to remove excess moisture.
Brush both sides of the slices with olive oil and place them on the prepared baking tray.
Sprinkle with a bit of salt. - Bake the Eggplants
Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F).
Bake the eggplants for 15–20 minutes, or until they soften and turn golden. - Assemble the “Pizza”
Remove the tray from the oven and top the eggplants with tomato sauce, crumbled feta, olives, melting cheese, and bacon slices. - Final Baking
Return the tray to the oven and bake for another 8–12 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
A Healthy Twist on Pizza
This eggplant-based pizza is a wonderful low-carb alternative to traditional pizza, offering rich flavors and a unique texture. Perfect for a light dinner or a creative appetizer, it’s a delightful way to enjoy all the goodness of pizza with a nutritious twist. Savor every bite!
A Garden Elixir
First, thick rounds of eggplant are brushed with olive oil, seasoned, and roasted until tender, then topped with zesty tomato sauce and melted cheese, mimicking traditional pizza in a lean, vegetable form.
What Makes It Irresistible
This dish balances the creamy texture of well-roasted eggplant with savory toppings. It delivers classic pizza elements with significantly fewer carbs and a gentle, earthy nuance.
Serving Suggestions
Serve eggplant-base pizza warm on a platter for customizable bites, or arrange on a board with fresh basil. It pairs beautifully with a crisp salad or a chilled glass of wine to complete a light yet elegant meal.
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