Eggplant with Salsa Flavor

Tangy-flavored baked eggplant with a little Mexican flavor is a great way to make a vegetable side even the kids will love.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 25 mins
• Total Time: 35 mins
• Calories: 96 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
• 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
• 1 large eggplant, peeled and sliced
• 4 ounces shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese
• 10 ounces diced tomatoes

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).

Step 2

Arrange eggplant slices in a shallow baking dish; top with a layer of spinach.

Step 3

Mix tomatoes, onion, and chives together in a bowl; spread evenly over the spinach layer.

Step 4

Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes, sprinkle Colby-Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the dish, and continue baking until the cheese melts slightly, about 2 minutes. Cool 5 minutes before serving.