Wait, there’s eggplant in there? This flavorful combo will have the family focused on a second helping rather than the assortment of veggies. Plus, eggplant is often called brain food due to the many health benefits of the vegetable.

Nutrition Tip: Did you know that eggplants are actually a type of fruit? There are many varieties, but all contain powerful antioxidants in the peel that support a healthy brain, heart, and skin.

Cheesy Eggplant & Tomato Penne

Amanda Keefer
Wait, there’s eggplant in there? This flavorful combo will have the family focused on a second helping rather than the assortment of veggies. Plus, eggplant is often called brain food due to the many health benefits of the vegetable.
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 25 mins
Course Entree & Main Dishes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 271 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 small eggplant diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 small sweet onion diced
  • 1 14.5 oz. can can no-salt-added diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 3 cup whole grain penne pasta cooked according to package directions
  • 1/2 cup shredded lowfat mozzarella cheese

Instructions
 

  • Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add eggplant and garlic, and cook 3 minutes. Add onion and cook 5 minutes. Add tomatoes (undrained), salt and pepper, and cook 5 minutes. Add pasta and stir to combine.
  • Served topped with cheese.

Nutrition

Calories: 271kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 8gFat: 11gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 347mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3g
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