Air Fryer Pasta alla Norma
Description
Make a delicious and quick Air Fryer Pasta alla Norma with crispy eggplant, marinara sauce, and pasta. This flavorful dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner or special occasion!
Ingredients
- 1 medium eggplant, cut into cubes
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 8 ounces pasta, penne or rigatoni work well
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
- ½ cup ricotta salata, crumbled, or substitute with feta or Parmesan
- 2 teaspoon Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Instructions
- Toss eggplant cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Place them in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Air Fry at 375 degrees F (190°C) and set cook time for 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until golden and tender.
- While the eggplant is air frying, boil the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat a pan over medium heat. Add a drizzle of olive oil, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes. Cook until fragrant. Add marinara sauce and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Stir the air-fried eggplant into the marinara sauce. Toss the sauce with the cooked pasta until well coated.
- Plate the pasta and top with crumbled ricotta salata and fresh basil. Serve warm.
Equipment
- Cooking Spray
- Parchment Paper, optional
Nutrition
Serving: 1ServingCalories: 96kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 734mgPotassium: 423mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 546IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 53mgIron: 1mg