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Roasted Eggplant – Serves 4 | DINNER

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Ingredients:

  • 1 medium eggplant
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Directions:

Slice eggplant or cut into cubes. Toss with olive oil and salt and arrange in a single layer on a cookie sheet lined with baking paper. Bake at 350 for 30-40 minutes, flip slices after 20 minutes to ensure even browning.

Nutrition information:

  • 59 calories
  • 3.7 grams fat
  • 293 grams sodium
  • 6.7 grams carbohydrates
  • 4 grams fiber
  • 3.4 grams sugar
  • 1.1 grams protein

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