Mediterranean Roasted Eggplant Crisps (Printable Format)
Golden roasted eggplant slices with Parmesan and herbs create a crispy, savory snack or appetizer.
# What You Need:
→ 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
10 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or basil
11 - Lemon wedges
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat 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. 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 Suggestions:
01 -
- The eggplant becomes impossibly tender while the Parmesan creates this salty, crispy crown that makes them completely addictive
- They are elegant enough for a dinner party but simple enough for a Tuesday night when you want something special without the fuss
02 -
- Slice the eggplant exactly 1/4 inch thick because thinner slices will burn and thicker ones will not develop that tender texture
- Do not skip flipping halfway through the first roast or the bottom will become dark while the top stays pale and underseasoned
03 -
- Broil for 1 to 2 minutes after adding the Parmesan if you want extra crispy, almost frico-like edges
- Pecorino Romano works beautifully as a substitute and adds a sharper, more assertive flavor