Most Popular Eggplant Recipes

11 Most Popular Eggplant Recipes.  Whether you are a vegetarian, vegan, or just looking to cook up some new recipes, summertime is the peak season for eggplants.  So this is a perfect time to dish up some of our Most Popular Eggplant Recipes!  Take a look and see if any of these 11 eggplant recipes will inspire you.

What To Look For When Buying Eggplants?

When shopping for eggplants, here are some good tips to remember:

• Make sure to choose eggplants with skins that are bright and shiny and without any blemishes. 
• They need to be firm to the touch.

• They feel lightweight when you pick them up.  

• If you notice the eggplant is very heavy in weight, don’t buy it.  It means the flesh is loaded with seeds! Those seeds are bitter and will ruin the flavor of any dish. 

• If you do come home with eggplants and find out they contain too many seeds, it’s best to cut most of those seeds out and discard them.   

11 Most Popular Eggplant Recipes to choose from…

You may already be familiar with some of the most popular eggplant recipes –Ratatouille, Eggplant Parm, and Stuffed Eggplants, just to name a few. 

So, here are some of our favorite eggplant recipes for easy entertaining. 

These 11 eggplant recipes are fresh, delicious tasting, and have the ease of “make-ahead” preparation, allowing you more free time to enjoy your family and guests! 

 

* QUICK NOTE: The links for each recipe are underlined & in colored titles!

1.  Roasted Eggplant Parm – Lightened!

Our lighter version for eggplant parm is FABULOUS!  A new and delicious way to enjoy eggplant parm is without all the extra fat and calories from its original – and it’s still big on flavor!  Super easy too. 

 

2.  Easy Stuffed Mini Eggplants

One bite and you are going to be hooked on these stuffed mini eggplants!  Baked with savory Italian ingredients, most from the pantry, make this dish irresistible and never disappoints.

 

3.  Spaghetti with Roasted Eggplant Fresh Tomatoes and Mozzarella

A light summer pasta dish that incorporates fresh vegetables along with little bocconcini balls makes this meal amazingly delicious!  Flavorful and satisfying, everyone will come back for more.

4.  Easy Baked Ratatouille

A popular French stew, only this Ratatouille is baked, making it easier and tastier than ever before.  Best of all, it’s low in calories, gluten-free, vegan, and totally delicious!  

 

 5.  Eggplant Rollatini -Lightened!

Our recipe for eggplant rollatini creates a very light and delicate texture without sacrificing flavor.  So yummy, you can eat at least 4 – guilt-free!

 

6.  Best Eggplant “Manicotti” Casserole

Swap out the pasta for our easy version of eggplant manicotti!  A scrumptious dish to eat gluten-free, low-carb, and keto-friendly and one your family and friends will go bonkers for. 

 

 

7.  Individual Roasted Eggplant Parmigiana

Seriously, these are going to blow your mind!  Individual eggplant parmigiana is the coolest way to serve these delicious eggplant servings.  Served in stacks of two and topped with melted grated cheese… SO good and so delicious!  You have to make them!

8.  Italian Savory Eggplant Tart (+video)

A delicious appetizer or main dish, it’s loaded with layers of eggplant, two types of cheese, dried tomatoes, and fresh basil.  All baked in a flaky, crispy pastry crust!  So delicious, everyone will ask for the recipe!

 

9. Homemade Lasagna with Eggplant and Spinach

This lasagna is loaded with roasted eggplant and baby spinach making it amazingly low-calorie, high in protein, and totally delicious!  Simple, delicious, and made with no-boil noodles, this lasagna is put together with a few easy steps.

10. Roasted Eggplant “Meatballs”

These are the BEST vegetarian “meatless” Meatballs! Loaded with roasted eggplant, grated cheese, eggs, cooked quinoa, and some bread crumbs, makes these eggplant “meatballs” become incredibly moist and delicious tasting!

11. Pasta alla Nonna

An exquisite Sicilian dish that is made with roasted eggplants, tomato sauce, penne pasta, cheeses, crushed red pepper, and fresh basil. All baked in a casserole until the cheeses perfectly melt. YUM! A delicious meal your family will go bonkers for. 😉

More Favorite Recipes…

If you love these delicious and healthy eggplant recipes, then check out these recipes next:

• Most Popular Bread Recipes
• 20 Easy Shrimp Recipes
• 11 Easy Chicken Skillet Dinners
• 14 Easy Ground Beef Recipes for Dinner
• 25 Easy Easter Dinner Recipes
• 11 Easy Recipes for Frozen Artichokes
• 28 Best Summer Salad Recipes
• 10 Healthy Vegetable Soups

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xo Anna and Liz

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