Pizza in the morning
Pizza in the evening
Pizza at suppertime.
When pizza’s on some eggplant, you can have pizza anytime!
I was very productive today – packing and arranging things for the move next week. TIG helped!
I will miss this ham!
Down kitty!
BAD KITTY!
Tig helped me eat an Alliebar for a snack
And joined me for cocktail hour
For dinner, I made baked eggplant pizzas, as you clearly saw above!
Some were topped with feta, others topped with sharp white cheddar
Eggplant Pizzas
Toppings are endless!!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 2 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 large eggplant
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- salt + pepper to taste
- 1 6 oz can tomato paste
- 1 14 oz can fire-roasted tomatoes
- 1 tbsp garlic gold
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Cheese of your choice – about 1-2 cups
Instructions
- Slice eggplant into discs.
- Rub with olive oil and sprinkle with salt + pepper.
- Bake for 20 minutes at 400*.
- Flip eggplants.
- Add tomato paste and then pile on tomatoes (draining slightly if yours are runny)
- Top with garlic gold, Italian seasoning and cheese.
- Bake 10 minutes more.
Serve with lite spinach salad!
Going to assemble some more boxes – and kick back with Matt who is lounging on the couch with Harry Potter [he’s reading it AGAIN!] and a beer!!
[email protected] says
September 7, 2011 at 8:11 pmAwww I hope Esperanza/Tig liked the AllieBar! The photo right before the recipe is the most beautiful!!
Cat @Breakfast to Bed says
September 7, 2011 at 8:11 pmI want 20 of these right now. Also, unrelated, oh queen of gluten. Do you think I could make a decent whole wheat challah?
KathEats says
September 7, 2011 at 8:12 pmwe do make challah at Xmas, but I don’t think it’s 100% whole wheat
Cat @Breakfast to Bed says
September 7, 2011 at 8:25 pmrock on. 100% whole wheat sounds impossible. also, I think it’s hilars you do Challah for CHRISTMAS. Hilariously awesome for a messianic jew such as myself. (messianic means raised jewish and converted to christianity)
Ashley @ Coffee Cake and Cardio says
September 7, 2011 at 8:26 pmGH Challah bread is the bomb btw!
Cat @breakfast to bed says
September 7, 2011 at 9:52 pmI wish we had one here!!
KathEats says
September 7, 2011 at 8:29 pmOh gosh, I apologize for saying Xmas!! That just means “the holidays” to me. I meant Hanukkah!!
Cat @breakfast to bed says
September 7, 2011 at 9:51 pmI thought it was so funny and awesome. Here in NYC, one of the grocery stores advertised “Hanukkah Ham” it all cracks my happy ass up!!
KathEats says
September 8, 2011 at 6:16 amOh gosh…!
Kelli H (Made in Sonoma) says
September 7, 2011 at 8:14 pmI’m not a huge eggplant fan but that looks wonderful!
Shaya (Eye Girl Eats) says
September 7, 2011 at 8:14 pmI have an eggplant getting old in my fridge. I believe they may end up as eggplant pizzas in the very very near future!
We’ll miss Tig too– can’t wait to see what animals you collect at your new place!
Ann @ Day by Day says
September 7, 2011 at 8:15 pmOh no I’m going to have that song stuck in my head all night now! Pizza in the morning, pizza in the evening… that commercial used to play ALL the time!
Cait @ beyond bananas says
September 7, 2011 at 8:16 pmOoh bagel bites! I just posted about some of the no so healthy foods I ate growing up and somehow forgot to add bagel bites!
Your eggplant seems like something that would better suit my eating style of today!
Sweet and Savvy says
September 7, 2011 at 8:20 pmEggplant pizzas??! Such a cool idea! I have never tried eggplant, and I really wouldn’t have the faintest idea what to do with it, but these pizzas are such a great idea, especially since my tummy and gluten aren’t the biggest fans of each other.
Lauren says
September 7, 2011 at 8:20 pmOh eggplant pizzas are genius! I had mini tortilla pizzas for snack but using eggplant as the crust is so fun! I bet I could even get my parents to eat that…..Love it 😀 I bet Tig will miss you too-especially if you’re giving him bites of your Alliebar! 😉
Mary Legare Whaley says
September 7, 2011 at 8:23 pmPizza on eggplant? Waaaay better than pizza on a bagel! Good call. Tomato + cheese + eggplant sounds like a great combination. Maybe you should pack up Tig and take him with you on the move…hehe =)
Julie H. of Spinach and Sprinkles says
September 7, 2011 at 8:23 pmMmmm! Eggplant pizzas will be on the menu sooooon! 🙂 TIG was such a huge help 😉 very cute if nothing else. Good luck with packing. I hate packing….
Oh and alliebar. I WANT ONE SOOOOO BAD!
Sarah @ Sarah's Modern Bites says
September 7, 2011 at 8:24 pmLoveloveLOVE the idea of eggplant pizza! HOw perfect. I make eggplant roll=ups filled with goat cheese and baked with marinara, Parmesan and mozzarella. They are the bomb 🙂
I didn’t realize Tig is a ‘bob’ cat!
I had an Italian inspired meal tonight as well. Something must be in the air 🙂
Ash Bear says
September 7, 2011 at 8:25 pmI love this idea! It seems like a perfect week night meal!
Ashley @ Coffee Cake and Cardio says
September 7, 2011 at 8:26 pmThis dinner is fantastic! It’s such a great way to eat more veggies but still get the great pizza tasta/flavors!!
Katie @ Nourishing Flourishing says
September 7, 2011 at 8:30 pmI seriously love eggplant pizza. Annnd…let the cravings begin.
(Definitely not a bad thing to crave 😉 )
RunEatRepeat says
September 7, 2011 at 8:34 pmI didn’t know you let Tig in the house!? Love it 🙂 But then again, I’m partial to orange people. I mean cats…
Amy says
September 8, 2011 at 7:43 amI was just about to say, kind of random to let other people’s animals into your house? 🙂
Hilliary @ Happily Ever Healthy says
September 7, 2011 at 8:36 pmSuch a great Idea! I grilled eggplant the other night, and thats the only way I have ever prepared it! I am going to have to try this recipe!
Tana says
September 7, 2011 at 8:41 pmThanks for sharing the eggplant pizza! I can’t wait to make that for myself…after it cools off enough here in CA to turn on the oven.
Chloe (In Fine Feather) says
September 7, 2011 at 8:44 pmEggplant pizza = great idea! I will have to try that, I love tomato sauce with anything 🙂
Holly @ The Runny Egg says
September 7, 2011 at 8:45 pmTig is so cute with his lack of tail!
Love the idea of eggplant pizzas — so cute!
Molly @ RDexposed says
September 7, 2011 at 8:46 pmThere’s no problem (or shame!) for reading Harry Potter for the 18th time…. HAHHA (..me!)
Gina @ Running to the Kitchen says
September 7, 2011 at 8:48 pmIt’s so funny to see a cat without a tail. Poor little Tig! That first picture is seriously drool worthy.
Lindsay @ Lindsay's List says
September 7, 2011 at 8:49 pmOh fun – love HP…which one is he reading?
Emily says
September 7, 2011 at 8:51 pmI jusstt bought an eggplant this week at the store and was wondering, “what the heck am I going to do with that???” I have also been craving pizza like no other, and being GF, that can be a bit more challenging. Thanks for the great recipe idea!!
Katie @ Peace Love and Oats says
September 7, 2011 at 8:58 pmeggplant pizza!!! What a good idea!!!
Sarena (The Non-Dairy Queen) says
September 7, 2011 at 8:59 pmThat looks so good! You need a side of socca with it for dipping!
Emily @ the doodlebug says
September 7, 2011 at 8:59 pmOh! That dinner sounds interesting, I’ve never had eggplant but it sounds good! Also, Matt reading Harry Potter – so cute!
Liz @ Southern Charm says
September 7, 2011 at 8:59 pmLove love love this recipe. All my favorite ingredients … and all of which are currently in my fridge. Thank you mam!
kathleen @ the daily crumb says
September 7, 2011 at 9:07 pmkath, do you like the green kombucha? i LOVE kombucha (drink one almost everyday!), but have always been to nervous to try the green…
KathEats says
September 8, 2011 at 6:16 amYeah!! it’s my favorite because it’s the least sweet!
Jen says
September 7, 2011 at 9:10 pmI have mixed feelings about eggplant. Actually the only time I’ve really liked it is when it’s ON top of a pizza – gotta have me dough 😉
JenATX says
September 7, 2011 at 9:10 pmcool idea w/ the pizza… the pizza bagels always burned my tongue anyway because the sauce was always scalding coming out of a microwave.
Averie @ Love Veggies and Yoga says
September 7, 2011 at 9:12 pmI’m horrible!! at preparing eggplant. It’s one of those veggies that I just do not succeed at. Too mushy, too rubbery, under or overdone…I can never just nail it.
I think your method looks pretty foolproof, especially turning them into little pizzas 🙂
lynn @ the actor's diet says
September 7, 2011 at 9:16 pmthat song is ALWAYS in my head!
Lisa (bakebikeblog) says
September 7, 2011 at 9:20 pmwhat a great way to use eggplant!
Annette @ EnjoyYourHealthyLife says
September 7, 2011 at 9:29 pmWhat a cool way to use eggplant–mUST do this. My hubby loves pizza….but doesn’t love eggplant. HMMM.
[email protected] healthy helper blog! says
September 7, 2011 at 9:50 pmI think tig is trying to tell you that you need to get a little furry friend LOL!
Ashley @ My Food 'N' Fitness Diaries says
September 7, 2011 at 9:52 pmI have never had a good eggplant meal, so I’ve mostly stayed away from it. These pizzas sound great though, and I’ve seen eggplant in several of your other meals. I suppose I should give it another shot!
Katie says
September 7, 2011 at 9:57 pmI was staring at the eggplant at the grocery store today thinking i should buy one but i couldn’t decide what I wanted to make so i passed. I think I’m going back tomorrow because I want to make eggplant pizzas!! Genius!! 😉
sb says
September 7, 2011 at 10:08 pmStill no granola delivery today…
I have to say that I’m getting more and more disappointed with OpenSky. Not with you guys, Kath, but with the opaque process after you sent them the granola. I have not received any information about shipping, tracking, nothing. In all my internet ordering, this is a first.
I didn’t expect to be getting three week old granola when I ordered it, especially since you and Matt busted your butts to make it all fresh for all of us!
Honestly, I won’t be using OpenSky again, so I hope you find another option for your healthy and (hopefully still after 3 weeks) yummy products.
KathEats says
September 8, 2011 at 6:16 amI’m really, really sorry about this too. I don’t know what the problem was and have never had a delay in shipping before. I’ll follow up with them.
Angie @ Musings of a Violet Monkey says
September 8, 2011 at 9:14 amI’m with “sb”… I haven’t rec’d my order yet either. I emailed OpenSky about it last week – and never got a response. And same with my order status… no updates, no shipping info, nada.
I don’t think OpenSky quite has their act together… 🙁
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Brianna says
September 8, 2011 at 11:39 amI actually haven’t received my order yet, either… Maybe it will be there today? But I haven’t received the email OpenSky said they’d send with the tracking number, either…
katie @KatieDid says
September 7, 2011 at 10:14 pmeggplant intimidates me… why?! I have no clue, this looks delicious and so so easy though. Hope packing is still going smoothly for you!
Anna @ Food Fitness and Frolicking says
September 7, 2011 at 10:18 pmEggplant pizzas? BRILLIANT!
Hannah says
September 7, 2011 at 10:20 pmEggplant is best when sagging under the weight of toppings. Stupid eggplant.
Kate (What Kate is Cooking) says
September 7, 2011 at 10:20 pmTig is so cute! Have you ever thought about getting a cat? I would love one but everyone in my family is allergic!
KathEats says
September 8, 2011 at 6:18 amCan’t, matt is very allergic 🙁
Anne says
September 7, 2011 at 10:34 pmYum, eggplant pizza!! I’ll definitely have to give that a try…
Natalie @ Chasing Sprouts says
September 7, 2011 at 10:41 pmI just love this recipe and the photos are gorgeous – full of healthy colour. Your blog is an inspiration for healthy eating Kath and I find myself checking in with you every single day. Thanks!
robin says
September 7, 2011 at 10:45 pmOH NO you wont see Tig? Then we wont either:(
Molly says
September 7, 2011 at 10:58 pmi am the biggest eggplant lover! but not many of my family/friends share my love. 🙁 quite a sad day.
Lilly says
September 7, 2011 at 11:14 pmThe pictures are great! I had eggplant for dinner too, I adore it! Your pizza way looks super delish.
Lara @TresLaLa says
September 7, 2011 at 11:55 pmDid I miss the oven temperature? I’m assuming about 400* – does that sound right?
I will def miss the shots of Tig and his poor nonexistent tail! I wonder if he misses it?!?
KathEats says
September 8, 2011 at 6:18 amSorry – 400* is right!
Rosa - Fitness, Food, Fulfilled says
September 7, 2011 at 11:56 pmThat’s a great idea! I just started cooking eggplant and love it. Topped with pizza “stuff”? A total must try.
Alexis @ hummusapien says
September 8, 2011 at 12:01 amthat eggplant looks beautiful! and your kitty is adorable 🙂
Khushboo says
September 8, 2011 at 12:21 amRandom comment but I only just realised that ‘eggplant’ is an American term! I always refer to those as aubergines which I guess is more European?
Taya says
September 8, 2011 at 12:23 amThank you so much for posting this recipe! The hot foods bar at WF literally had this today – I only took a small bit because I didn’t think I’d like it. I was completely wrong, nearly died out of taste but happiness while eating it, and immediately knew I’d have to recreate it at home. You’ve done it for me! Thanks!
Candy @Healthy in Candy Land says
September 8, 2011 at 12:58 amI havent’ been a huge eggplant fan, but I keep trying to like it. I have one in my fridge right now, so I’ll have to try this version. Turning anything into pizza can’t be all that bad!
Elise says
September 8, 2011 at 2:19 amI heart eggplant pizzas! They’re the best. Going to have to get an egglplant for pizza this weekend! Nom.
Aine @ Something to Chew Over says
September 8, 2011 at 4:53 amSuch a great idea! I’ve been trying to get my boyfriend to eat eggplant for ages – he might just do it if it’s disguised as pizza 🙂
Simply Life says
September 8, 2011 at 6:05 amI love this idea for eggplant!
Lauren @ Oatmeal after Spinning says
September 8, 2011 at 6:14 amI make these all the time! The hubs and I make mini pizzas just about every Friday night, and I always throw on a disc or two of eggplant to supplement my much smaller pizza. I like it pretty simple: marinara, smoked mozz. and basil, and everything is served on arugula.
Yours look delicious!!
Lauren @ Oatmeal after Spinning says
September 8, 2011 at 6:16 amOh! Also really good: Portabello caps instead of eggplant (which I would guess you’ve already tried!).
Brittnie (A Joy Renewed) says
September 8, 2011 at 6:33 amMaybe I live under a rock but I have never thought to do an eggplant version of pizza. This dinner looks awesome. Thanks for the recipe. Happy packing!
Emmy (WIne and Butter) says
September 8, 2011 at 6:41 amIf Matts allergic to cats (and dogs) if you ever fancy getting a dog… consider a tibetan terrier maybe?! A lot of people find them hypoallergenic and we just got one and he is the LOVE of my life (husband aside)!!
I LOVE eggplant pizza as well tho! On a gluten free kick (ha – ironic term!) for a few weeks so maybe they’ll be on the menu – im also intending to make a pizza crust out of cauliflower and cheese – will report back! Lucky you in a bakery a and eating gluten products to your hearts content. Totally feeling a piece of toast right now! 🙂 xox
Hillary says
September 8, 2011 at 6:49 amI like eggplant pretty much any way I can get it—-I definitely need to try this!
Karen says
September 8, 2011 at 6:58 amI’m loving roasted eggplant this season and can’t get enough of these late summer tomatos – as the latter become inedible during the winter months. So, your little pizza invention is looking mighty YUM to me!
Ash @ Good Taste Healthy Me says
September 8, 2011 at 7:02 amYou’re letting Tig come inside! What a cutey. I want a kitty cat but the future hubs wants a pup. I would love a pup but they are A LOT more work than a cat.
Rebekah @ Medicine, Munchies and Movement says
September 8, 2011 at 7:07 amThat is absolutely brilliant! I bought an eggplant the other week from the market and didn’t quite know what to do with it. Now I know for next time!
Cait's Plate says
September 8, 2011 at 7:27 amOoooh I LOVE the idea of using eggplant as the base!
Meredith says
September 8, 2011 at 9:29 amAww, Tig is so cute… I will miss seeing pics of him! Kara has a cat that roams around your new neighborhood, I wonder if she will wander over to your house! If you see a very small (but very feisty) gray and white cat, her name is Honda 🙂
Kat @ Big Apple Little Kitchen says
September 8, 2011 at 9:44 amI make these too! Love love love.
Elisabeth says
September 8, 2011 at 10:00 amI love the picture of Tig lying on the step – so cute! I also think the eggplant pizzas look delicious! I can’t wait to try that recipe 🙂
That puts me in the mood to read the HP series yet again!
Danielle @weightsandmeasures says
September 8, 2011 at 10:17 amI love idea of a vegetable based pizza! Will try soon!
Angel7 says
September 8, 2011 at 10:53 amAwesome way to eat pizza 🙂
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Anne P says
September 8, 2011 at 1:15 pmYum now I wish I had eggplant – those sound DELICIOUS!
Chelsea @ One Healthy Munchkin says
September 8, 2011 at 4:08 pmI love this eggplant pizza idea! Darn, I wish I was still working at my summer job at the farm so that I could make them with farm fresh eggplant!
Tracy says
September 8, 2011 at 5:16 pmAw, I feel bad for the Tig. He’s gonna miss you guys! I’m gonna miss him, too.
Maria says
September 8, 2011 at 7:49 pmThose look good! And low carb friendly! And aw, I’m going to miss seeing el tigre 🙁
Christine says
September 13, 2011 at 2:11 pmhey there!
OK, what is garlic gold?!
I was just at Whole Foods and they did not know what garlic gold was!! thanks 🙂
KathEats says
September 13, 2011 at 2:30 pmIt’s a brand of roasted garlic nuggets and oils -delicious!
Natasha says
September 13, 2011 at 6:39 pmOh my this pizza is delicious! Just made tonight and my 3 kids gobbled up!
Steve says
September 13, 2011 at 8:59 pmTried the eggplant pizza tonight. It was really, really good. Thanks Kath.
Zoe at loseweightandgainhealth says
September 20, 2011 at 5:31 pmI made these aubergine (as we call eggplant in England) and they were totally amazing. Thank you for this inspiration.
Megan Murray says
September 22, 2011 at 11:30 amYour eggplant pizzas not only sound incredible but look AMAZING!! My mouth is watering. I am glad that someone found out what garlic gold is because that was the one ingredient that sounded odd. My boyfriend and I are on the hunt for new veggie recipes. We will be trying this one soon! Do you salt the eggplant to remove the bitterness before you bake?
KathEats says
September 22, 2011 at 12:32 pmI never salt eggplant because I’ve never thought it tasted bad!
Nicole says
November 21, 2011 at 10:48 amLove love love is all I can say 🙂