Lunch: Crispy Eggplant Bruschetta Recipe

This recipe includes superfoods such as:

Basil

Health benefits of Crispy Eggplant Bruschetta Recipe

Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.

Ingredients

2 eggs, beaten
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup seasoned bread crumbs
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 large eggplant, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch slices
1/3 cup olive oil
4 medium tomatoes, finely chopped
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1/2 cup minced fresh basil
8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1/2 cup balsamic vinaigrette

Instructions

Place eggs in a shallow bowl. In a separate shallow bowl, combine the flour, salt and pepper. In another bowl, combine bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese. Dip eggplant in the flour mixture, eggs, then bread crumb mixture.
In a large skillet, cook eggplant in batches in oil for 4-5 minutes on each side or until tender. Drain on paper towels.
In a small bowl, combine the tomatoes, onion and basil. Top each eggplant slice with mozzarella cheese and tomato mixture. Drizzle with vinaigrette.