Description
Experience the magic of air-fried eggplant with this deliciously crispy and tender recipe. Perfect for busy weeknights, this low-calorie dish bursts with savory flavors of garlic and herbs, making it an irresistible addition to any meal. Serve it as a side or as a main attraction in your meal prep lineup.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium eggplant
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Wash and dry the eggplant, then slice it into ½-inch thick rounds.
- In a bowl, toss the eggplant slices with olive oil, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Arrange the seasoned eggplant slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the air fryer and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg