Best 2 Fake Out Mini Pizzas Eggplant Recipes

Eggplant is a versatile vegetable that can be used to make a variety of dishes, including fake-out mini pizzas. These pizzas are a delicious and healthy way to satisfy your cravings for pizza, without all the calories and fat. They are also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a fake-out mini pizza that is sure to please everyone at your table.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHEESY EGGPLANT PIZZA RECIPE BY TASTY

Cheesy Eggplant Pizza Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: large globe eggplant, salt, olive oil, mozzarella cheese, cheddar cheese, marinara sauce, parmesan cheese, fresh basil, garlic powder, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes

Provided by Merle O'Neal

Categories Appetizers

Yield 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 large globe eggplant
salt, to taste
olive oil
2 cups mozzarella cheese
1 cup cheddar cheese
1 jar marinara sauce
½ cup parmesan cheese
¼ cup fresh basil
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes

Steps:

Slice the eggplant into ½-inch (1 cm) pieces.
Salt the slices and leave them to "sweat" for 20 minutes then wipe them off.
Preheat oven to 350°F (180˚C).
Slather each slice with olive oil.
Bake for 25 minutes.
In a medium bowl, combine all pizza sauce ingredients and stir until homogenous.
Remove eggplant slices from the oven and pour about 2 tablespoons of the sauce mixture onto each one.
Sprinkle mozzarella and cheddar on each slice.
Put the slices back in the oven for 1-2 minutes to melt the cheese.
Allow to cool before serving.
Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 463 calories, Carbohydrate 23 grams, Fat 30 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 28 grams, Sugar 9 grams

FAKE OUT MINI PIZZAS (EGGPLANT)

Fake out Mini Pizzas (Eggplant) image

Delicious and good for you, this eggplant recipe will taste and look like mini pizzas but without all the calories! Choose a longer thinner eggplant for best results-not a short, fat one.

Provided by pamela t.

Categories European

Time 25m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 eggplant, peeled and cut into rounds
1 cup diced tomato, drained
1 cup mushroom, diced, drained
2 cups pizza sauce
1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1 tablespoon fresh basil
1 tablespoon oregano
1 teaspoon granulated garlic
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

Peel eggplant and cut it into rounds the short way (width-wise) slices should be about ¼ " thick.
Place slices on paper towels. Salt the eggplant and set aside. This allows the eggplant to "sweat.".
Mix the two cheeses together. Set aside.
Meanwhile mix pizza sauce with basil, oregano, garlic, salt and pepper.
Heat oven to 350°F.
After 10 minutes, use a paper towel to dab at eggplant. The slices should not be wet.
Arrange eggplant rounds on a cookie sheet sprayed with cooking spray. Ladle a spoonful of pizza sauce on each slice. Spread out almost to the edges (like you would a pizza).
Top with a few pieces of mushroom and tomatoes; top with cheese mixture.
Bake at 350F about 12-15 minutes until cheese is melted. Keep an eye on this as ovens vary.
Cut basil into chiffonade (long, thin strips) and top each "pizza".
If desired, build your "pizza" creation using whatever veggies you prefer. This recipe was designed for a contest, hence the ingredients of canned tomatoes and mushrooms.

Tips:

To ensure the eggplant slices are tender, slice them thinly and evenly. You can use a mandoline slicer for consistent results.
Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the eggplant slices. This will prevent them from cooking evenly and becoming soggy.
Use a nonstick skillet or griddle to prevent the eggplant slices from sticking.
To prevent the eggplant slices from absorbing too much oil, pat them dry with paper towels before cooking.
Feel free to experiment with different toppings for your mini pizzas. Some popular options include mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, sausage, bell peppers, onions, and mushrooms.
If you're short on time, you can use pre-made pizza sauce and shredded cheese to speed up the preparation process.
These mini pizzas are a great appetizer or snack. They're also perfect for parties and potlucks.

Conclusion:

These fake-out mini pizzas are a delicious and easy way to enjoy your favorite pizza flavors without all the carbs. They're perfect for a quick and healthy meal or snack. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a tasty and satisfying dish that the whole family will love. So next time you're craving pizza, give these mini pizzas a try. You won't be disappointed!