Baked Eggplant with Cherry Tomatoes, Buffalo Mozzarella, and Olives

A simple and flavorful baked eggplant dish featuring roasted eggplants, cherry tomatoes cooked with garlic and herbs, topped with buffalo mozzarella and olives, then baked to perfection. This Mediterranean-inspired recipe is quick to prepare and perfect as a light meal or appetizer.

EasyMediterraneanServes 2

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Prep
1h 3m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
1h 13m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$14.60
Per serving:$7.30

Critical Success Points

  • • Prepare the eggplants by scoring and seasoning properly before baking.
  • • Cook the cherry tomato mixture without burning the garlic.
  • • Bake the eggplants initially until tender but not dry.
  • • Assemble toppings evenly and bake until mozzarella melts perfectly.

Safety Warnings

  • • Be cautious when handling hot oven and baking trays.
  • • Use oven mitts to avoid burns.
  • • Ensure garlic is not burnt to avoid bitterness.
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