Vegan Cheesy Baked Eggplant
Indulge in the savory goodness of Vegan Cheesy Baked Eggplant, a plant-based twist on a comfort food classic! This recipe transforms tender, oven-baked eggplant slices into a flavor-packed delight by coating them with a rich, cheesy topping made from nutritional yeast, garlic, and fragrant Italian herbs. Perfectly golden and crispy, these slices are finished with a zesty drizzle of lemon juice for a vibrant touch. Ready in just 45 minutes, this dish is not only simple to prepare but also gluten-free, dairy-free, and full of wholesome ingredients. Whether served as a satisfying main course or a hearty side dish, this vegan cheesy baked eggplant is sure to impress at any meal.
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Ingredients
- 2 medium Eggplants
- 4 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 cup Nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
Slice the eggplants into 1/4-inch thick rounds and arrange them in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 3
Brush both sides of the eggplant slices with olive oil.
Step 4
In a small bowl, mix together the nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper.
Step 5
Sprinkle the nutritional yeast mixture evenly over the eggplant slices, pressing lightly to adhere.
Step 6
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the eggplant is tender and the topping is golden brown.
Step 7
Remove from the oven and drizzle with lemon juice before serving.
Step 8
Serve warm as a main dish or a side, and enjoy your vegan cheesy baked eggplant!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (715.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 745.3 |
| Total Fat 57.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 8.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2396.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 49.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 22.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 18.5g | |
| Protein 16.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 106.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1802.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories