Mediterranean Roasted Eggplant Crisps (Printable)
Crispy golden eggplant slices with Parmesan and Mediterranean herbs, ideal for a savory snack or light appetizer.
# Ingredient List:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 medium eggplants (approximately 1.3 pounds), sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
→ Cheese
02 - 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
→ Herbs & Seasonings
03 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
04 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
05 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
06 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
08 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
09 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
→ Garnish (Optional)
10 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or basil
11 - Lemon wedges
# Steps:
01 - Preheat your oven to 425°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - Arrange the eggplant slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheets.
03 - Brush both sides of each slice with olive oil and sprinkle evenly with salt, pepper, oregano, thyme, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
04 - Roast in the oven for 20 minutes, flipping the slices halfway through, until the eggplant is golden and tender.
05 - Remove baking sheets from the oven. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan evenly over each eggplant slice.
06 - Return to the oven and bake for another 8–10 minutes, or until the Parmesan is melted, bubbly, and starting to crisp.
07 - Let cool for 3–5 minutes to allow the crisps to firm up slightly. Garnish with fresh parsley or basil and serve immediately with lemon wedges, if desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- They transform humble eggplant into something that feels fancy and indulgent despite being incredibly simple to make
- The combination of crispy Parmesan and tender eggplant hits every texture craving in one bite
02 -
- Do not skip flipping the eggplant halfway through the first roast or you will end up with uneven cooking
- Letting them cool for those few minutes after baking is what transforms them from floppy to crisp
03 -
- Use a mandoline if you have one for perfectly even slices that cook consistently
- Grate your own Parmesan right before using for the best melting and crisping results