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Low-Calorie Air Fryer Eggplant

A delicious and healthy air-fried eggplant dish that is low in calories and packed with flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 80
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Eggplant
  • 2 medium Eggplants Sliced into 1/2 inch rounds
Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt To taste
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For brushing
Optional Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped, for garnish

Method
 

Prepare the Eggplant
  1. Slice the eggplants into 1/2 inch rounds and place them in a mixing bowl.
  2. Sprinkle salt over the eggplant slices and let them sit for about 10 minutes to draw out moisture.
Season and Cook
  1. Rinse the eggplant slices under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel.
  2. In the mixing bowl, add garlic powder, paprika, and olive oil to the eggplant slices. Toss to coat evenly.
  3. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  4. Arrange the eggplant slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  5. Cook for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
Serve
  1. Remove the eggplant from the air fryer and let it cool slightly. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
  2. Serve warm as an appetizer or side dish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gFiber: 3gSugar: 3g

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add your favorite herbs or spices to the seasoning mix.

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