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Easy Air Fryer Eggplant

This Easy Air Fryer Eggplant Recipe gives you soft, golden eggplant with very little oil and small effort, perfect as a snack or side dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 80
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 medium medium eggplant (about 1 lb.)
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • to taste tsp Salt
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil (or olive oil)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash the eggplant thoroughly under cold water and pat dry with a towel.
  2. Slice the eggplant into ½-inch thick rounds using a sharp knife.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the sliced eggplant, avocado oil (or olive oil), paprika, and salt. Toss everything together until the eggplant pieces are evenly coated.
Cooking
  1. Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Arrange the eggplant slices in a single layer in the fryer basket.
  3. Air fry the eggplant for about 15-18 minutes, flipping the slices halfway through.
  4. Once cooked, remove the eggplant from the air fryer and let it cool for a few minutes.
Serving
  1. Serve the eggplant warm as a side dish or snack, optionally topping with a squeeze of lemon and fresh herbs like parsley or basil.

Notes

The cooked eggplant can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 to 4 days. Reheat in the air fryer for a few minutes to revive the crisp edges. To freeze, lay the cooled slices on a tray in a single layer and freeze until firm, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag.