Yummy Crispy Baked Eggplant Quick Meal: Delicious & Easy!
A delicious and easy recipe for crispy baked eggplant, perfect for a quick meal or snack.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium eggplants
- to taste salt
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- as needed spray or tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Slice the eggplants into 1/2 inch thick rounds.
- Sprinkle salt over the slices and let them sit for about 20 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
- In a bowl, mix the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese (if using), dried herbs, and garlic powder.
- Rinse the salted eggplant slices under cold water to remove excess salt and bitterness, then pat them dry with paper towels.
- Coat the eggplant slices in the breadcrumb mixture and press gently to adhere.
- Arrange the coated eggplant slices in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Lightly spray or drizzle olive oil over the slices.
- Bake for about 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Enjoy as a snack or with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Choose smaller, firmer eggplants for better sweetness.
- Whole grain breadcrumbs add extra texture.
- Adjust the amount of salt based on personal preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Crispy Baked Eggplant, Quick Meal, Easy Recipe, Healthy Snack