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Air Fryer Eggplant Recipe

Once you know how to cook Air Fryer Eggplant, you have a quick, easy, and healthy recipe. It is so simple to cube eggplant, season it, and air fry until it is perfectly caramelized, tender, and juicy.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 pound eggplant cut into ¾-inch cubes
  • 2 Tbsp. oil olive or avocado
  • ½ tsp. salt to taste
  • ¼ tsp. black pepper to taste
  • Fresh herbs optional

Instructions

  • Add cubed eggplant to a large bowl along with oil, salt, and pepper. Toss until well coated.
  • Place eggplant in a 6-quart air fryer basket, making sure it is evenly spread out.
  • Cook at 400 degrees for 10-11 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cooking.
  • Serve immediately with finely chopped fresh herbs and a sprinkle of salt, to taste. Enjoy!

Notes

Meal Prep and Storage

  • To Prep-Ahead: It's best if you don't cut the eggplant until just before roasting, otherwise it will turn brown.
  • To Store: Once cooked, place in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days.
  • To Freeze: While you can keep in the freezer for up to 3-4 months, it will change texture slightly.
  • To Reheat: Warm leftovers in the oven or air fryer at 350° until heated through. You can also microwave, but it will be a bit mushy.

Nutrition

Calories: 94kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Sodium: 241mg | Potassium: 264mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 28IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 1mg