Italian Eggplant Cheese Melts

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5 from 1 vote

These eggplant cheese melts are high in fiber, low in carbs, and have a wonderful blend of Italian flavors!

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Prep Time 3

Cook Time 10

Total Time 13

Makes: 2 Servings

Net Carbs: 8

Calories: 277

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

1 large eggplant
olive oil spray
2 tbs canned tomato sauce
4-6 large fresh basil leaves shredded
5-6 slices prosciutto
6 tbs shredded cheese
black pepper

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat the broiler (overhead grill).
Slice the eggplant into 5-6 slices. Lay them on a silicone mat or baking sheet. Spray with olive oil spray.
Place under a broiler for 3 minutes, flip the slices over and broil for another 3 minutes.
Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce on each eggplant slice, then place basil leaves over the top.
Place a slice of prosciutto on each slice of eggplant, then sprinkle with shredded cheese.
Place under the broiler again for 1-2 minutes until cheese has melted. Season with black pepper before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 277kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 14gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 48mgSodium: 493mgFiber: 7gSugar: 9gNet Carbs: 8g

Notes

Approx 8g net carbs per serving

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Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and is my best approximation. Net carbs are calculated as the total grams carbs minus the total grams of fiber.