Recipe Details

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
2
Yield:
2 servings

Ingredients

  • 1mediumeggplant, halved lengthwise

  • 4tablespoonsolive oil, divided

  • 1pinchkosher salt, divided

  • ½teaspoonground black pepper, divided

  • 1cupmarinara sauce

  • 1cupshredded mozzarella cheese

  • 2tablespoonsgrated Parmesan cheese

  • 1teaspoonchopped fresh basil

Cooking Directions

  1. Score eggplant all the way through the flesh lengthwise, being careful not to cut through the skin. Score again widthwise to create cubes. Gently turn the eggplant inside out. Repeat with second half. If eggplant breaks, manipulate the outer edges to stand up or use a long skewer to hold it open.

  2. Drizzle both halves with 2 tablespoons oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Place in an air fryer basket.

  3. Air-fry at 390 to 400 degrees F for 10 minutes.

  4. Open the air fryer and top each eggplant with marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese, trying to fill each groove. Air-fry 5 minutes longer.

  5. Serve immediately sprinkled with fresh basil.

Cook’s Notes:

Great served with a spicy jarred marinara like arrabiata sauce.

Add ground beef or chicken if desired!

Nutrition Facts

Full Nutrition Label
Servings Per Recipe2
Calories580
% Daily Value *
Total Fat
41g
53%
Saturated Fat
11g
57%
Cholesterol
43mg
14%
Sodium
1145mg
50%
Total Carbohydrate
35g
13%
Dietary Fiber
13g
45%
Total Sugars
18g
Protein
21g
41%
Vitamin C
9mg
10%
Calcium
553mg
43%
Iron
2mg
11%
Potassium
1087mg
23%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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