Baked Eggplant Melt Sandwich Recipe

Name: Baked Eggplant Melt Sandwich
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ½ cup unseasoned breadcrumbs; 4 teaspoons fresh basil, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon parmesan cheese; ¼ teaspoon salt; 1 egg; 12 slices eggplants, 1/4-inch thick; 4 teaspoons olive oil; 2 multi-grain thin buns, split and toasted; 3 tablespoons pasta sauce, favorite good quality sauce; 4 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
2
Combine breadcrumbs, basil, Parmesan and salt in shallow bowl.
3
Whisk egg in another shallow bowl and dip eggplant slices, then coat each slice in the breadcrumb mixture.
4
Place eggplant on parchment paper-lined baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil and bake for 15 minutes.
5
Transfer baked eggplant to clean plate and discard parchment paper.
6
Set toasted buns halves, cut side down, on baking sheet.
7
Divide eggplant slices evenly among bun halves, spoon on sauce and top with cheese.
8
Place under broiler for 2 minutes until cheese is bubbling.

290

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ½ cup unseasoned breadcrumbs, 4 teaspoons fresh basil, finely chopped, 1 tablespoon parmesan cheese, ¼ teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Baked Eggplant Melt Sandwich falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Baked Eggplant Melt Sandwich

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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