Description
Crispy, cheesy eggplant parmesan made easy in the air fryer. A healthier twist on the classic dish with less oil and the same delicious flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium eggplant, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each eggplant slice in the beaten egg, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Place slices in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Lightly spray with cooking spray.
- Air fry for 10 minutes, flip, then cook for another 5 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Top each slice with a spoonful of marinara sauce and a sprinkle of mozzarella.
- Air fry for 2-3 more minutes until cheese melts.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- Use panko breadcrumbs for extra crispiness.
- Slice eggplant evenly for even cooking.
- Pat eggplant dry before coating to help breading stick.
- Adjust cooking time if slices are thicker or thinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: air fryer eggplant parmesan, healthy eggplant recipe, easy vegetarian dish