Rating: 3.56
(36)

Eggplant and Tomato Penne

August 8, 2023
Eggplant and Tomato Penne
Eggplant and Tomato Penne
3.56 from 36 votes
A delicious and hearty pasta dish with eggplant and tomatoes.
Servings 4 people
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 eggplant
  • 2 Tomatoes
  • 1 onion
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 250 g penne pasta
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp chili flakes
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Basil leaves for garnish
  • parmesan cheese for serving, grated

Instructions
 

  • Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, dice the eggplant, tomatoes, onion, and mince the garlic.
  • In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and onion and cook until softened, about 2 minutes.
  • Add the diced eggplant to the skillet and cook until tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Stir in the dried oregano, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  • Add the diced tomatoes to the skillet and cook for another 5 minutes, until the tomatoes are softened.
  • Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet and toss to combine with the eggplant and tomato mixture.
  • Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve with grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Calories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 64gProtein: 12gFat: 8gFiber: 8g
Calories: 380kcal
Meal Type: Lunch
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Cooking Method: Boiled
Time: 30-45 Min
Level: Easy
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  1. User avatar cammie.cummerata96 says:

    2 stars
    I think I forgot to season it right. Was pretty bland. 🙁

  2. User avatar julian.walsh21 says:

    4 stars
    I used zoodles instead of penne, still good but not like the real deal!

  3. User avatar preston.rosenbaum35 says:

    2 stars
    I don’t understand why you would even add eggplant… not for me.

  4. User avatar Mr. Prosser says:

    5 stars
    Best recipe evr!! Can’t believe how easy it is! 😊

  5. User avatar florine.gleichner2023 says:

    4 stars
    Yummy! But I forgot the cheese. 😅 Next time!

  6. 5 stars
    The garlic and oregano made it really pop! Yum!!

  7. 5 stars
    This recipe turned out amazing! The eggplant was so flavorful!

  8. 2 stars
    This is just another pasta recipe, nothing special about it and a bit boring honestly.

  9. User avatar fletcher.nicolas65 says:

    3 stars
    I’m not a big fan of eggplant, but I gave it a try. It was… okay. Not my favorite.

    1. 5 stars
      I gotta say, I used to hate eggplant too, but this dish totally changed my mind! Maybe you just need to find the right recipe. 😄

  10. User avatar antonia.goldner58 says:

    4 stars
    I love the idea of this dish! But, like, do I have to peel the eggplant? Seems like a hassle.

  11. 1 star
    Isn’t penne from Italy? Shouldn’t it be pasta with meat?

    1. 5 stars
      Penne is definitely Italian, but this dish is a great vegetarian option! Meat isn’t always needed, you know! 😊

  12. User avatar tameka.wisoky25 says:

    4 stars
    Made this for my family and it was a hit! Even my picky eater enjoyed it. Thanks for the recipe!

  13. User avatar Draugr Thrall says:

    5 stars
    This was really delicious! I loved the flavors of the eggplant and tomatoes together. Will make again!

    1. User avatar lera.bergstrom says:

      5 stars
      I’m so glad you liked it! The eggplant really makes the dish, doesn’t it? It’s one of my favorites too! 😊

    2. 2 stars
      It sounds good, but I don’t know… eggplant? Isn’t that usually bitter? I dunno if I’ll try it. 🤔

  14. 1 star
    I followed the recipe but forgot the tomatoes. It was so bland.

  15. User avatar georgene.hahn94 says:

    2 stars
    Is it really necessary to cook the eggplant for 10 minutes? I did 5 and it was still hard.

    1. User avatar long.price65 says:

      4 stars
      I always cook eggplant longer than 10 minutes to get it really soft. 5 mins is not enough! Maybe try longer next time.

    2. User avatar don.mckenzie0 says:

      2 stars
      Nah, 10 minutes is too long! I like my eggplant a bit crunchy. Who wants mushy food anyway?

  16. 4 stars
    Yum! I added some grilled chicken to it and it turned out great! Very filling!

  17. User avatar cary.schroeder1980 says:

    4 stars
    Super easy and quick to make! Perfect weeknight dinner for my family. Thank you!

  18. User avatar susanna.cruickshank74 says:

    3 stars
    Is eggplant even good? I mean, doesn’t it taste kinda weird? Not sure about this one.

    1. User avatar Jessica Atreides says:

      5 stars
      Eggplant is delicious! It can be a bit weird at first, but when cooked right, it’s amazing. You just gotta give it a chance!

    2. User avatar clarita.von says:

      2 stars
      I dunno, I’ve tried eggplant and it was kinda mushy. Not my favorite veggie. You cook it long enough, it might be okay though.

  19. User avatar josefina.wiza says:

    5 stars
    This dish was amazing! The flavors blended perfectly. Will definitely make again!

    1. 2 stars
      Amazing? Really? I tried it, and it was kinda bland. Maybe I did something wrong?

    2. User avatar stanton.smith1969 says:

      4 stars
      I’m glad you loved it! I found the flavors to be a bit strong, but that’s just my taste. Great recipe overall!

  20. User avatar wyatt.keebler91 says:

    3 stars
    Lackin flavor, I added some chicken but still meh 🌶️.

  21. User avatar greg.keebler says:

    5 stars
    Tastes so good! My whole family loved it! Will make again.

  22. User avatar vernie.daugherty says:

    4 stars
    Simple and quick, just like my mom used to make. Nostalgia!

    1. 5 stars
      This sounds delicious! Can’t wait to try it out. My mom also made something similar, brought back memories!

    2. User avatar mathWizard says:

      3 stars
      I dunno, eggplant is kinda weird… I guess it could be okay? But tomatoes with pasta, I guess that’s normal?

  23. User avatar samual.boyle says:

    5 stars
    One word: DELICIOUS! I love pasta and this recipe is a keeper!

  24. 2 stars
    I dunno, it was kinda bland. I expected more flavor with that many ingredients. Maybe add more spices?

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