Air Fryer Eggplant Pizza

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Weight Watchers Air Fryer Eggplant Pizza is a low-fat and low-carb recipe. It is ideal for anyone wanting a healthier pizza substitute. This creative recipe uses eggplant slices as the crust and tops them with a variety of delectable ingredients, such as low-fat mozzarella cheese, marinara sauce, and other toppings. The toppings can be changed to your choice and diet. It is a great choice for people who have specific nutritional needs or limits as well as for people who enjoy experimenting with different ingredients. Only six grams of protein and three grams of dietary fiber are present in this dish. The ideal solution to quench desires without violating dietary limitations or healthy objectives is to prepare a dish like this Weight Watchers Air Fryer eggplant pizza. Let’s follow the instructions steps (presented below) to make the pizza.

STATS

  • Course: Appetizer, Main course, Snack
  • Cuisine: Italian-American
  • Diet: Weight Watchers, Gluten-free, Vegetarian,
  • Total Time: Fifteen minutes
  • Preparation Time: Five minutes
  • Cook Time: Ten minutes

EQUIPMENT

  • Cutting board
  • A sharp knife
  • Cooking brush
  • Air fryer
  • Serving plate

INGREDIENTS

  • Medium-sized eggplant 1
  • Weight Watchers-friendly marinara sauce
  • Low-fat shredded mozzarella cheese 1 cup
  • Chopped yellow pepper half (1/2)
  • Turkey pepperoni 18 slices
  • Garlic powder
  • Red pepper flakes, to taste

INGREDIENT NOTES

Marinara sauce:

  • We used flavorful and low-point sauce as a base for the eggplant slices.

Cheese:

  • Choose low-fat cheese to keep the fat numbers low.

Eggplant:

  • I used fresh eggplant to achieve the exact crunchy texture.

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Wash the eggplants with regular water.
  2. Then, shift the washed eggplants to a chopping board.
  3. After that, cut them into one-third-inch lengthwise slices with a knife.
  4. With a cooking brush, coat the slices with marinara sauce.
  5. Next, add turkey pepperoni, yellow pepper, and shredded cheese.
  6. Add red pepper flakes and garlic powder on top of the slices.
  7. Next, place the marinated eggplant slices in an air fryer.
  8. Cook them at 385 degrees for eight to ten minutes
  9. After cooking, transfer the slices to a serving plate.
  10. The crunchy Weight Watchers Air Fryer Eggplant Pizza is ready.
  11. Serve with any dipping sauce and enjoy.

SUBSTITUTIONS OF THE PIZZA DISH

  • Use low-carb pesto sauce or tomato sauce instead of marinara sauce for a Mediterranean twist.
  • Substitute yellow squash or zucchini for the eggplant.
  • Replace the eggplant with a low-carb tortilla or cauliflower crust for a more classic pizza experience.
  • Simple pepperoni or low-fat cooked chicken is also used as a topping for the pizza.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS

  • This eggplant pizza may go well with this broccoli cauliflower salad.
  • Enjoy with Weight Watcher’s Mediterranean salad.
  • Serve the slices with crispy baked chicken tender.
  • Weight Watcher’s light and creamy orange fluff also pairs well with the pizza.
  • Try this dish with lean protein turkey meatballs.
  • Grilled chicken shawarma also goes well with the slices.

TIPS

  • Choose heavy, vibrant purple, and firm eggplant.
  • Don’t use wrinkled or black spotted eggplants.
  • Instead of marinara sauce, you can use flavorful tomato sauce.
  • Shift the marinated slices in one line into the air fryer tray.
  • Use low-sodium marinara sauce to manage sodium intake.
  • Load the pizza with colorful vegetables like olives, mushrooms, tomatoes, or onions.

STORAGE INFORMATION

Fridge:

  • Save the remaining eggplant slices in an airtight dish and refrigerate them for three to four days.

Freezer:

  • We can preserve the marinated slices in a freezer. Place the slices in a ziplock bag and freeze for ninety days. Air-fried slices can also be frozen for sixty days.

Reheating:

  • You can quickly reheat the stored eggplant slices in the microwave or oven until they are hot enough to serve again.

FAQs

Should eggplant slices be salted before air frying?

  • No, you don’t need to salt eggplant slices before air frying it.

Does eggplant have protein or carbohydrates?

  • Eggplant has a lower carbohydrate content and is a meal rich in protein.

Can I top the pizza with additional toppings without disturbing the calorie count?

  • Yes, you can top your pizza with additional items like olives, mushrooms, onions, and bell peppers.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION/SERVING:

Serving amount 1 slice for each person
Yield Six person servings
Total Calories 113 kcal
Carbohydrates 7 g
Protein 6 g
Dietary Fiber 3 g
Sugar 4 g
Total Fat 7 g
Iron 1 mg
Sodium 310 mg

Each serving of this eggplant dish gives only a total of four Weight Watchers points.