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Air Fryer Eggplant
Classically seasoned and made in a few simple steps in less than 30 minutes, this Air Fryer Eggplant is a delicious dinner-time sensation! It's hot, crispy, tender, and versatile, making it perfect for serving as a side, topping Buddha bowls and salads, or adding to wraps!
Servings: 4 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 large eggplant cut into ½-inch cubes
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil
- 1 clove garlic minced
- ½-1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, toss the eggplant cubes with olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Line the air fryer basket or tray with parchment paper. Spread the eggplant in an even layer. It will shrink as it loses moisture, so it's okay if the pieces touch.
- Air fry at 375°F for 18 minutes, stirring halfway through, or until the eggplant is tender and crispy.
- Transfer the air fried eggplant to a serving dish. Serve hot, garnished with fresh chopped parsley.
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Storage Directions
- Refrigerating — Leftovers keep covered in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Freezing — Once cooled to room temperature, the eggplant can be frozen in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. The texture may change a bit upon thawing, but it will still be delicious.
- Reheating — Reheat refrigerated air fryer eggplant in a 350°F air fryer for 3-5 minutes, or frozen for 5-8 minutes, until hot and re-crisped.
- Season well. Toss the chopped eggplant with the olive oil and seasonings until well combined. Not only will this ensure flavor in each bite, but evenly salting will also help the moisture evaporate from the eggplant as it cooks, allowing it to caramelize nicely.
- Cook in a single layer. Ensure that the vegetables have even exposure to the hot air by adding them to the air fryer basket or tray in a single layer. The eggplant cubes will shrink as they cook, so the pieces don't have to be spread out in the basket.
- Adjust the cooking time as needed. Air fryers can cook at different temperatures and intensities. Start monitoring the eggplant after 15 minutes, add extra cooking time if needed, and remove it from the air fryer when it is fork-tender and crisp.
Nutrition
Calories: 93kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 584mg | Potassium: 272mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 29IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 0.4mg