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low-calorie air fryer eggplant
Sophia James

Low-Calorie Air Fryer Eggplant

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This Low-Calorie Air Fryer Eggplant is tender on the inside, crispy on the outside, and bursting with savory spices. A perfect healthy side or main dish, done in minutes!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: Air Fryer, Mediterranean, Vegan
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 medium eggplants, sliced into ½-inch rounds
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or spray
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • as needed fresh parsley (for garnish)

Equipment

  • air fryer Used to cook the eggplant with less oil.
  • Colander Used to salt and drain eggplant.
  • mixing bowl To toss slices with seasoning.
  • tongs To flip eggplant slices during cooking.

Method
 

  1. Slice eggplants into ½-inch rounds. Sprinkle with salt and let sit in a colander for 30 minutes to draw out moisture.
  2. Rinse and pat dry with a clean towel to remove excess salt and water.
  3. Toss slices with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. Place slices in a single layer in your air fryer basket (work in batches if needed).
  5. Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway, until crispy and golden.
  6. Garnish with parsley and serve hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gSodium: 160mgPotassium: 230mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 80IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.3mg

Notes

Salting the eggplant before cooking draws out moisture and enhances texture. For a twist, top with feta, tahini, or lemon zest before serving.

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