Bulgur-Stuffed Eggplant

  • Prep 30 min
  • Total 45 min
  • Ingredients 13
  • Servings 2

Ingredients

  • 1 small eggplant (1 lb.)
  • 2 teaspoons olive or vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1/2 cup uncooked bulgur
  • 1 teaspoon vegetable-flavor instant bouillon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 medium tomato, seeded, chopped (2/3 cup)
  • 2 tablespoons shredded fresh Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps

  • 1
    Heat oven to 375°F. Cut eggplant in half lengthwise. Scoop out pulp, leaving 1/4-inch-thick shells. Coarsely chop pulp; set aside. Place shells, cut side down, in 12x8-inch (2-quart) baking dish. Pour about 1/4 cup water into dish. Cover with foil. Bake at 375°F. for 15 minutes.
  • 2
    Meanwhile, heat oil in medium saucepan over medium-high heat until hot. Add onion, garlic and eggplant pulp; cook 1 to 2 minutes or until garlic just begins to brown, stirring constantly.
  • 3
    Add bulgur, bouillon, salt, Italian seasoning, pepper and water; mix well. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer about 15 minutes or until bulgur is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  • 4
    Stir cooked bulgur mixture. Stir in tomato, cheese and parsley. Spoon mixture into eggplant shells.
  • 5
    Bake at 375°F. for 10 to 15 minutes or until shells are tender and bulgur mixture is thoroughly heated. If desired, add salt and pepper to taste and sprinkle with additional cheese.

  • Purchase a firm, smooth-skinned eggplant that feels heavy for its size. Avoid those with soft or bruised spots. Eggplant is quite perishable; store in a cool, dry place and use it within one or two days, or refrigerate it for a day or two longer.
  • Make this a vegan entrée by simply omitting the Parmesan cheese. Garnish the stuffed eggplant with small ripe olives and extra chopped fresh parsley.
  • A spinach, orange and red onion salad or tossed green salad dressing with red wine vinaigrette is a fresh companion to this hearty entrée. Serve it with crisp breadsticks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 Serving
Calories
290
Calories from Fat
70
Total Fat
8g
12%
Saturated Fat
2g
10%
Cholesterol
4mg
1%
Sodium
1050mg
44%
Total Carbohydrate
44g
15%
Dietary Fiber
12g
48%
Sugars
9g
Protein
10g
% Daily Value*:
Vitamin A
15%
15%
Vitamin C
25%
25%
Calcium
10%
10%
Iron
10%
10%
Exchanges:
3 Starch; 3 Other Carbohydrate; 1 Fat;
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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