Description
Indulge in the flavors of Low-Calorie Air Fryer Eggplant, a delightful and healthy dish that brings together crispy texture and aromatic seasoning. This recipe is perfect for those seeking a quick, nutritious meal or side dish without the guilt of excess calories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large eggplant (peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes)
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt (plus extra for salting)
- 1/2 teaspoon powdered garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Salt the diced eggplant in a mixing bowl and let sit for 10 minutes to draw out moisture. Rinse and pat dry.
- In a large bowl, combine the avocado oil, rosemary, thyme, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and salt. Add the eggplant cubes and toss until evenly coated.
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Place the seasoned eggplant in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for approximately 15 minutes, shaking halfway through.
- Once golden brown, remove from the air fryer and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg