Eggplant “Pizza” Slices with Mozzarella and Mushrooms

Disorder	Helpful?	Rationale
POTS	Neutral-to-supportive	Eggplant and cheese don’t provide much sodium unless you salt intentionally. This works better if you’re already hydrated or pair it with something salty.
Lupus	Supportive	Cooked vegetables and simple fats are usually easy on my body on joint-pain days. This doesn’t feel inflammatory for me.
Vestibular migraine	Depends	Tomatoes, mushrooms, and cheese can be triggers for some people. I tolerate this on low-risk days but skip it if a migraine feels close.

Ingredients — makes 2–3 servings

• 1 large eggplant

• Olive oil

• Salt

• ½ cup marinara or crushed tomatoes

• ¾–1 cup shredded mozzarella

• ½ cup sliced mushrooms

• Fresh basil (optional)

How to make it

1. Prep the eggplant

   • Slice eggplant lengthwise into ½-inch slabs.

   • Salt lightly and let sit 10–15 minutes.

   • Pat dry.

2. Roast

   • Brush both sides with olive oil and add more salt.

   • Roast at 425°F (220°C) for 20–25 minutes, flipping once, until soft.

3. Top

   • Spoon marinara onto each slice.

   • Add mushrooms and mozzarella.

4. Bake again

   • Return to oven for 8–10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbling.

5. Finish

   • Add basil, rest briefly, eat warm.

Notes / swaps

• More POTS-friendly: salt aggressively or add olives on top

• Migraine-adjacent day: skip marinara and use olive oil + cheese only

• Low energy: pan-cook eggplant instead of roasting