Description
Enjoy healthy and tasty Low-Calorie Air Fryer Eggplant that’s quick and easy! Try this delightful recipe today and enjoy guilt-free goodness!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large eggplant (peeled as desired and diced into 1-inch cubes)
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt (extra for salting eggplant)
- 1/2 teaspoon powdered garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
- Prepare the Eggplant: Salt the diced eggplant in a colander and let sit for 10 minutes to draw out moisture. Rinse thoroughly and pat dry.
- Season: In a mixing bowl, combine avocado oil, rosemary, thyme, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Add eggplant cubes and toss until well coated.
- Air Fry: Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Place seasoned eggplant in a single layer in the basket and cook for about 15 minutes until golden brown and crispy, shaking halfway through.
- Serve: Allow to cool slightly before enjoying warm as a side dish or snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Choose firm eggplants with glossy skin for the best flavor. Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking. Feel free to experiment with additional spices like cumin or chili powder to customize flavors.