Description
Crispy, golden-brown eggplant slices made with minimal oil in the air fryer, creating a healthy and delicious low-calorie snack or side dish that’s both satisfying and guilt-free.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium eggplant, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Optional: Parmesan cheese for finishing
Instructions
- Slice eggplant into 1/2-inch rounds (salt to remove bitterness if desired)
- Pat eggplant slices dry with paper towels
- Combine olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in bowl
- Toss eggplant slices in seasoning mixture until evenly coated
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C)
- Arrange eggplant in single layer in air fryer basket
- Air fry for 15-18 minutes until golden and crispy
- Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese if using and serve
Notes
- Don’t overcrowd air fryer basket for even cooking
- Salting eggplant beforehand reduces bitterness and moisture
- Store leftovers in airtight container for up to 3 days
- Reheat in air fryer to maintain crispiness
- Can be frozen before cooking for later use
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Side Dish
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg