Irresistible Air Fryer Crispy Parmesan Crusted Eggplant Rounds
Crispy eggplant rounds coated with Parmesan cheese, cooked in an air fryer for a healthier alternative to frying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium eggplant, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 eggs, beaten
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each eggplant round into the beaten eggs, then coat with the Parmesan mixture.
- Place the coated rounds in the air fryer basket in a single layer, lightly spraying with cooking spray.
- Cook for 10 minutes, flip, and cook for another 5-7 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, pat the eggplant slices dry before coating.
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 4 rounds)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 95mg