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Summer Tomato and Eggplant Pie

Delicious Summer Tomato and Eggplant Pie You'll Adore

This Summer Tomato and Eggplant Pie is a vibrant medley of fresh vegetables, perfect for summer gatherings and versatile for various diets.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Pie Crust
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour or gluten-free blend
  • 1 cup Butter chilled and cubed
  • 1 teaspoon Salt a pinch enhances flavor
  • 5 tablespoons Ice Water
For the Filling
  • 1 large Eggplant sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
  • 4 medium Tomatoes ripe, sliced
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese shredded
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil chopped
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley chopped
  • 1/2 cup Milk or Cream or almond milk for lighter fare
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese optional

Equipment

  • 9-inch pie dish
  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9-inch pie dish.
  2. Slice the eggplant and sprinkle with salt, letting it rest for 15 minutes. Pat dry.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook eggplant slices until tender and lightly browned.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk or cream, minced garlic, half of the mozzarella, half of the Parmesan, and herbs.
  5. Layer the cooked eggplant in the pie dish, followed by fresh tomato slices.
  6. Pour the egg mixture over the vegetables, and sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and set.
  8. Allow to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, allow the pie to rest before slicing. Feel free to substitute vegetables as desired.

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