This Air Fryer Eggplant with Crispy Parmesan Crust is a delicious, healthier alternative to fried eggplant. The outside becomes golden and crunchy, while the inside stays soft and tender. Perfect as a snack, side dish, or vegetarian appetizer.
🧾 Ingredients
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1 medium eggplant, sliced into ½-inch rounds
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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½ cup breadcrumbs (panko for extra crunch)
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1 egg, beaten
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½ tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp Italian seasoning
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¼ tsp salt
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¼ tsp black pepper
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Cooking spray or 1 tsp olive oil
👨🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare Eggplant
Slice eggplant and pat dry with paper towels to remove extra moisture.
2️⃣ Prepare Coating
In a bowl mix Parmesan, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
3️⃣ Dip & Coat
Dip each eggplant slice in the beaten egg, then coat in the Parmesan breadcrumb mixture.
4️⃣ Air Fry
Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
Place slices in a single layer and lightly spray with cooking spray.
5️⃣ Cook
Air fry 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
6️⃣ Serve
Serve warm with marinara sauce or garlic yogurt dip.
⏱️ Time
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Prep: 10 minutes
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Cook: 12 minutes
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Total: ~22 minutes
⭐ WW Points (Approx.)
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3–4 slices: ≈3–4 WW Points (depends on breadcrumbs and oil)
💡 Tips
✔ Use panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch.
✔ Sprinkle extra Parmesan after cooking for stronger flavor.
✔ Serve with marinara, ranch, or tzatziki sauce.