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Easy Eggplant Pizza

A lighter pizza alternative made with roasted eggplant slices topped with sauce, cheese, and vegetables. Simple, flavorful, and perfect for quick dinners or appetizers.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: dinner
Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Calories:
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large eggplant
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ cup pizza sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup shredded provolone cheese
  • ¼ cup chopped mushrooms
  • ¼ cup chopped onion
  • ½ cup diced bell pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning

Method
 

  1. Before You Begin
  2. Preheat and prepare your cookware as needed. Cooking times and results may vary depending on your equipment and ingredients.
  3. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  4. Slice eggplant into even rounds or strips. Brush both sides lightly with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  5. Roast about 10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until slices are tender and lightly golden.
  6. Remove from oven and top each slice with pizza sauce, cheeses, vegetables, and Italian seasoning.
  7. Switch the oven to broil and cook 1–3 minutes, until the cheese is melted and lightly golden. Watch closely to prevent burning.
  8. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Slice eggplant evenly so rounds cook at the same rate.
  • Roast until tender but not overly soft to prevent soggy bases.
  • Use moderate sauce and toppings to keep texture balanced.
  • Broil briefly and watch closely to avoid burning.
  • Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours; store airtight up to 2 days.
  • Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven until heated through for best texture.