Mediterranean Roasted Eggplant Crisps (Printable Version)
Golden roasted eggplant slices topped with crispy Parmesan and Mediterranean herbs, ideal as a snack or starter.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 medium eggplants (about 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
# How To Make It:
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 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 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 -
- The way the Parmesan creates this incredible crispy edge that shatters when you bite into it
- They disappear faster than you can make them, so consider doubling the batch
- Perfect for those nights when you want something fancy but absolutely do not want to work hard
02 -
- Do not crowd the baking sheets or the eggplant will steam instead of roast
- Grating your own Parmesan makes a huge difference in how well it melts and crisps
03 -
- If you want extra crunch, switch on the broiler for 1 to 2 minutes after adding the Parmesan but watch it closely
- Pecorino Romano works beautifully if you prefer a sharper, saltier flavor profile