Delicious Melanzane alla Parmigiana

Name: Delicious Melanzane alla Parmigiana
Cook time: 50 min
Yield: 4 meals
Ingredients: eggplant; oil; salt; black pepper; dried oregano; onion; garlic clove; lentils; 2 tsp dried basil; chili powder; sugar; balsamic vinegar 15ml; crushed tomatoes + a splash of water; oil for greasing the dish; mozzarella; pasta cheese; rocket; olive oil; a pinch of salt; a pinch of black pepper

Melanzane is an Italian tomato-based eggplant bake. Lentils add heartiness to the dish.

50 min

Vegan Gluten-freeContains nuts

Eggplant:: 3 eggplant; 4 tbspoil; 1 tspsalt; 0.5 tspblack pepper; 2 pkgdried oregano
Melanzane:: 1 onion; 4 garlic clove; 1 pkglentils; 2 tbspoil; 1 tspsalt; 0.5 tspblack pepper; 2 tsp dried basil; 1 pkgchili powder; 1 tspsugar; 1 pkgbalsamic vinegar 15ml; 2 pkgcrushed tomatoes + a splash of water; 0.5 tbspoil for greasing the dish; 2 pkgmozzarella; 2 pkgpasta cheese
Rocket:: 1 pkgrocket; 2 tbspolive oil; a pinch of salt; a pinch of black pepper

1
Preheat the oven to 225°C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2
Wash and slice the eggplants lengthwise into slices about 1 cm thick. Place on the sheet and season with oil, salt, black pepper, and dried oregano. Roast the eggplants in the oven for about 20 minutes, or until tender.
3
Peel and finely chop the onion and garlic cloves. Rinse the lentils in a sieve under cold water and drain well.
4
Heat a frying pan with oil. Add the onions and lentils to the pan. Fry, stirring, for about 3–4 minutes. Season with salt, black pepper, dried basil, chili powder, sugar and balsamic vinegar.
5
Pour in the crushed tomatoes, rinse the cans with water and add that as well. Bring to a boil and simmer for about 5 minutes.
6
Grease a large oven dish with oil. Place a layer of roasted eggplant slices on the bottom. Add some of the tomato sauce on top. Add another layer of eggplants and repeat until all the sauce is used. Finish with a top layer of eggplant slices. Slice mozzarella on top and finally grate pasta cheese. Bake in the oven for about 20 minutes.
7
Rinse the rocket in a sieve under cold water and drain well. Place in a bowl. Season with olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
8
Serve the Melanzane alla Parmigiana with the rocket.

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Delightful Vegan Melanzane alla Paravegano

Vegan Melanzane alla Paravegano is a delicious Italian eggplant casserole that captivates with its rich tomato and spice flavors. Specially designed for a vegan diet, this vegetable delight is sure to please all plant-based food enthusiasts. Lentils add richness and protein to the dish, and paravegano, a vegan parmesan substitute, adds the final touch. This tasty casserole is a perfect choice for both weekday meals and weekend culinary treats.

Vegan Melanzane – What Makes it Special?

Vegan Melanzane alla Paravegano combines the softness of eggplant and the fresh taste of tomato sauce into a perfect ensemble. Lentils provide protein, making this dish nourishing and filling. The recipe is gluten-free, making it suitable for various diets. Nut-containing paravegano adds a delightful texture and umami-like flavor that is simply irresistible.

Easily Adaptable and Simple to Prepare

Prepare Vegan Melanzane alla Paravegano effortlessly by following the instructions. You can pre-cook the eggplants the day before to save time. If paravegano is unavailable, substitute it with another vegan cheese. Enhance the dish with fresh herbs or substitute lentils with other plant proteins.

Perfect Side Dishes and Serving Suggestions

Serve this delightful eggplant casserole with a fresh arugula salad seasoned with olive oil and white wine vinegar. This combination highlights the rich flavor profile of Melanzane. Serve the casserole directly onto plates or traditionally from the dish, allowing each diner to take their desired portion.

Vegan Melanzane – A Perfect Treat for Any Occasion

Vegan Melanzane alla Paravegano is an easy, delicious, and versatile option that fits both everyday meals and special occasions. This dish is an excellent choice when you want to offer something special without much effort. Try this rich and healthy casserole today and fall in love with its wonderful taste!

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