Italian · Keto
Grilled Eggplant Sandwich
Charred eggplant slices stand in for bread, layered with melty mozzarella, tomato, and pesto. Mediterranean and very satisfying.
Halal-friendly Vegetarian Easy
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 10 min
- Total
- 20 min
- Serves
- 2
6g Net carbs
14g Protein
30g Fat
380 Calories
Per serving
Ingredients
- 1 medium (450g) Eggplant, cut into 1/2-inch rounds
- 3 tbsp Olive oil
- 4 oz (115g) Fresh mozzarella, sliced
- 1 small Tomato, sliced
- 2 tbsp Basil pesto
- 6 Fresh basil leaves
- to taste Salt and black pepper
Method
- Brush eggplant rounds with olive oil; season with salt and pepper.
- Grill or pan-sear over medium-high heat 3-4 minutes per side until tender with char marks.
- Build sandwiches: eggplant round → pesto → mozzarella → tomato → basil → eggplant round.
- Press gently and serve warm — the cheese softens from the residual heat.
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