Low Carb Eggplant Pizza
Low Carb Eggplant Pizza is a quick, healthy, and delicious alternative to traditional pizza. Thick slices of roasted eggplant are topped with rich pizza sauce, melted mozzarella cheese, and your favorite toppings for a satisfying meal with fewer carbs. Perfect for air fryer or oven cooking.
Equipment
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife
- Baking sheet or air fryer basket
- Parchment paper
- Mixing spoon
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Paper towels
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 1 large eggplant
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 12 slices pepperoni
- 2 tablespoons sliced black olives
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) or air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the eggplant into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
- Lay slices on paper towels and sprinkle with salt. Let sit for 15 minutes.
- Pat eggplant dry with paper towels.
- Brush both sides of each slice with olive oil.
- Season slices with black pepper and Italian seasoning.
- Arrange slices on a lined baking sheet or in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Bake for 15 minutes or air fry for 8 minutes until slightly tender.
- Remove eggplant slices and spread pizza sauce over each piece.
- Top with mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, and black olives.
- Return to oven for 8 to 10 minutes or air fryer for 4 to 6 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped fresh basil and serve warm.
