CRISPY EGGPLANT BRUSCHETTA

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One word describes this summer appetizer..."wonderful"! The crispy exterior of the tender eggplant slices and the robust taste of tomato and basil topping create a dynamic flavor duo. It's delicious served chilled or at room temperature.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Appetizers

Time 45m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

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Ingredients

2 eggs, beaten
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup seasoned bread crumbs
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 large eggplant, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch slices
1/3 cup olive oil
4 medium tomatoes, finely chopped
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1/2 cup minced fresh basil
8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1/2 cup balsamic vinaigrette

Steps:

Place eggs in a shallow bowl. In a separate shallow bowl, combine the flour, salt and pepper. In another bowl, combine bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese. Dip eggplant in the flour mixture, eggs, then bread crumb mixture., In a large skillet, cook eggplant in batches in oil for 4-5 minutes on each side or until tender. Drain on paper towels., In a small bowl, combine the tomatoes, onion and basil. Top each eggplant slice with mozzarella cheese and tomato mixture. Drizzle with vinaigrette.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 267mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein.