Despite its perplexing name, eggplant is anamazing foodto cook with.
As for what makes an eggplant recipe healthy?
Given that youre starting with afiberand vitamin-stuffed veggie, most anything you make with eggplant provides some great nutrition.
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One easy way to work in that variety of food groups is a casserole-style dish.
No matter how you like to eat your illogically named nightshade, theres something here for you.
Here are 27 yummy, healthy eggplant recipes.
A note about the wordhealthyhere: We know that healthy is acomplicated concept.
But it also depends on your preferences, your culture, whatsaccessibleto you, and so much more.
Use your favorite jarred marinara sauce.
If you cant (or dont want to) fire up a grill, there are oven-roasting instructions too.
Thank you, soy sauce, maple syrup, liquid smoke, and smoked paprika.
And no Instant Pot, no problemthere are stovetop instructions included.
Baked Eggplant Marinara SandwichfromBlissful Basil
Per the recipe description, This sandwich is eggplant parmesans handheld child.
(And hot water to thin the miso, but that doesnt count!)
Stir-Fried Eggplant With Basil and ChilesfromBon Appetit
This stir-fry is pretty customizable.
Grilled Eggplant With Pecan PestofromThe Foodie Dietitian
Put that grill pan to good use!
But the fresh herbs are a must!
Its also tasty on its own, hot or cold.