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Low-Carb Eggplant Parmesan

featured in Low Carb Meals For A Healthy You

This twist on a classic Italian dish is perfect for those watching looking for something light. The eggplant is baked to crispy perfection, then topped with a flavorful tomato sauce and melted mozzarella and Parmesean cheeses.

Crystal Hatch & Karlee Rotoly
Tasty Team
96% would make again
Low-Carb Eggplant Parmesan

Ingredients

for 4 servings

  • 1 large eggplant
  • kosher salt, to taste
  • 1 ½ cups almond meal (145 g)
  • 1 tablespoon italian seasoning
  • 3 large eggs
  • water, splash
  • 1 cup rice flour (125 g)
  • olive oil, to taste
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 28 oz crushed san marzano tomato (895 g)
  • 6 large leaves fresh basil, chopped, plus more for garnish
  • 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese (150 g)
  • ¾ cup shredded parmesan cheese (85 g)

Nutrition Info

  • Calories 752
  • Fat 42g
  • Carbs 66g
  • Fiber 12g
  • Sugar 15g
  • Protein 34g

Estimated values based on one serving size.

Preparation

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190˚C). Line a baking sheet with paper towels and another with parchment paper.
  2. Trim the ends off the eggplant, then slice into ½-inch (2-cm)-thick rounds. Transfer the rounds to the baking sheet lined with paper towels and sprinkle with salt on both sides. Let sit for 10 minutes for the salt to draw out excess moisture from the eggplant.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the almond meal, Italian seasoning, and a pinch of salt. Beat the eggs with a splash of water in a separate medium bowl. Add the rice flour to a third medium bowl.
  4. Coat the salted eggplant rounds in the rice flour, then in the egg, letting any excess drip off, then in the seasoned almond meal. Set the rounds on the parchment-lined baking sheet. Lightly drizzle on both sides with olive oil.
  5. Bake the eggplant, flipping halfway through for even browning, for 30 minutes, or until golden brown.
  6. While the eggplant is baking, make the sauce: Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and cook for 3–4 minutes, until the garlic is fragrant. Reduce the heat if the garlic is browning too quickly. Add the crushed tomatoes and stir to combine. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent the bottom from scorching. Add the basil and stir to incorporate.
  7. To assemble, spread a bit of sauce in the bottom of a 9x13-inch (23x33-cm) baking dish, then arrange the baked eggplant in a single layer on top of the sauce (you may need a second baking dish to fit all of the eggplant). Top with more sauce and sprinkle with the mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.
  8. Bake for 10 minutes, then turn the broiler on high and cook for another 3 minutes, until the cheese is browned and bubbling.
  9. Garnish with more basil and serve warm.
  10. Enjoy!
  11. Nutrition, per serving - Calories: 424, Total fat: 21 grams, Sodium: 666 mg, Total carbs: 41 grams, Dietary fiber: 9 grams, Net carbs: 32 grams, Sugars: 12 grams, Protein: 22 grams
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