Vegan Eggplant Pizza Bites

Total Time: 45 minutes

Servings: 12

Ingredients:

• 1 medium eggplant cut into ¼” slices
• 1 tsp. Redmond Real Salt
• 3 tsp. minced garlic
• 2 Tbsp. olive oil
• 2 Tbsp. Italian seasoning
• 1/2 tsp. dried basil
• 1/2 tsp. dried oregano
• 1 cup Organicville Organic Pizza Sauce
• 1 cup shredded vegan mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup tomatoes sliced
• 1/4 cup fresh basil

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Arrange eggplant slices on paper towels. Sprinkle salt thoroughly over each slice. Let sit for 15 minutes, then wipe away moisture.
3. In a small bowl, combine minced garlic, olive oil, Italian seasoning, dried basil, and dried oregano.
4. Brush the garlic and herb mixture over each eggplant slice. Bake for 15 minutes.
5. Flip slices, top each with 1 tablespoon pizza sauce, a slice of tomato, and a sprinkle of vegan mozzarella cheese.
6. Bake for another 10 minutes or until cheese is fully melted.
7. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.