Paleo Baked Aubergine with Garlic and Parmesan

Elevate your paleo meal game with this irresistible Paleo Baked Aubergine with Garlic and Parmesan. Perfectly tender aubergine slices are baked to golden perfection, thanks to a savory, dairy-free "parmesan" topping made with nutritional yeast and almond flour for a nutty, cheesy flavor without breaking paleo guidelines. The addition of fragrant minced garlic and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil adds richness, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley gives a hint of brightness. Ready in just under an hour, this gluten-free and grain-free delight makes an excellent main course or side dish, pairing beautifully with roasted veggies or your favorite protein. It’s a simple, healthy recipe that’s as indulgent as it is nourishing!

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium aubergine (eggplant)
• 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 4 minced garlic cloves
• 1 cup nutritional yeast
• 1 cup almond flour
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Slice the aubergines lengthwise into 1/2-inch thick slices.

Step 3

Place the aubergine slices in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 4

Brush the top of each aubergine slice generously with extra virgin olive oil.

Step 5

In a mixing bowl, combine the minced garlic, nutritional yeast, almond flour, sea salt, and black pepper to create the paleo-friendly parmesan topping.

Step 6

Sprinkle the garlic parmesan mixture evenly over each aubergine slice, ensuring full coverage.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the aubergines are tender and the topping is golden brown.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes.

Step 9

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm as a main dish or as a side to complement other paleo dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(897.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1291.5

Total Fat 105.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2362.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 74.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.4g	0%
Total Sugars 28.0g
Protein 38.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 304.4mg	0%
Iron 7.2mg	0%
Potassium 2048.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.8%

Protein: 10.9%

Carbs: 21.2%