Eggplant Pizza Bites

For a simple snack, these eggplant pizza bites will hit the spot! An easy, low-carb, and gluten free treat!

Prep:
15
minutes
Cook:
18
minutes
TOtal:
35
minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 medium eggplant
  • Olive Oil
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1/2 c. tomato sauce
  • 3/4 - 1 c. mozzarella, shredded
  • Dried oregano
  • 1 handful of basil, chopped

Instructions

  1. Slice the zucchini up to 1/4 inch thick. Place on paper towels. Then, sprinkle with coarse salt and allow to sit for 10+ minutes. Wipe off the salt. Next, rinse and pat dry.
  2. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Brush slices with olive oil and season with pepper. Then, bake for 8-15 minutes, depending upon thickness.
  3. Remove from the oven. Top with tomato sauce, cheese, and oregano. Return to the oven for 6-10 minutes, until cheese is melted. Garnish with chopped basil before serving.