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Best Homemade Pizza with Eggplant

A delicious and nutritious homemade pizza featuring crispy crust and roasted eggplant, perfect for family gatherings and budget-friendly meals.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Vegetables and Seasonings
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil Enhances flavor and promotes healthy fats.
  • 1 small baby eggplant, thinly sliced into rounds Adds nutritious vegetable content and a rich texture.
  • 2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning Infuses authentic Italian flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Enhances the natural flavors of the ingredients.
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Adds mild heat.
Dough and Sauce
  • Flour for dusting Prevents the dough from sticking during preparation.
  • 1 pound pizza dough Whole-grain if desired, provides a hearty base.
  • 3/4 cup prepared marinara or pizza sauce Simple and delicious sauce option.
Cheese and Garnish
  • 6 ounces low-moisture mozzarella, shredded Classic cheese that melts beautifully.
  • 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese Adds an extra punch of flavor.
  • Freshly chopped basil leaves for garnish Brightens the dish with freshness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat Your Oven: Position the rack in the center and preheat to 500°F.
  2. Prepare the Eggplant: Place eggplant in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush with olive oil, then sprinkle with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bake until tender, about 8 to 10 minutes, then let cool.
  3. Roll Out the Dough: Roll the dough into a 12-inch circle on a floured surface.
  4. Transfer the Dough: Carefully move the dough to a piece of parchment paper.
  5. Add the Sauce: Spread marinara sauce over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border for the crust.
  6. Layer Your Cheese and Toppings: Sprinkle with mozzarella, reserved eggplant, and top with parmesan cheese.
Baking
  1. Bake the Pizza: Slide the parchment and pizza onto the oven rack. Bake until the crust is golden and cheese is melted, about 10 to 12 minutes.
  2. Slice and Garnish: Transfer to a cutting board, slice with a sharp pizza cutter, and garnish with fresh basil leaves.

Notes

Make a double batch of dough and freeze one for later use. Experiment with different vegetables based on the season or what you have in your fridge.