Eggplant "Pizzettes"

Name: Eggplant "Pizzettes"
Ingredients: 1/2 eggplant, cut into 4 x 1/2-inch rounds; 4 sprays nonstick cooking spray; 2 tsp tomato paste; 1/4 cup shredded nonfat mozzarella; 1 ring of red or yellow pepper, chopped; Slice lean ham; Handful arugula

7 ingredients

3 steps

Ingredients

1/2 eggplant, cut into 4 x 1/2-inch rounds
4 sprays nonstick cooking spray
2 tsp tomato paste
1/4 cup shredded nonfat mozzarella
1 ring of red or yellow pepper, chopped
Slice lean ham
Handful arugula

Directions

1

Heat oven to 425°F. Line baking sheet with parchment paper. Lay the eggplant on the sheet. Spray each 4 times with nonstick cooking spray, and season with salt and black pepper. Bake for 15 minutes, until golden and tender.
2

Top the eggplant with the tomato paste, mozzarella, pepper, and ham. Bake for 5 minutes, or until golden and melted. Serve with the arugula.
3

Smart tip: These keep well and taste good at room temperature. For a veggie alternative, swap a couple of sliced olives for the ham.