Jamie Oliver Air-Fried Aubergine with Mediterranean Dressing is made with aubergine, ripe tomato, black olives, and fresh herbs. This delicious Air-Fried Aubergine recipe creates a tasty dinner that takes about 40 minutes to prepare and can serve up to 2 people.
Ingredients Needed:
- 1 aubergine (250g)
- Olive oil
- Sea salt and black pepper
For The Dressing:
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 large ripe tomato
- 1 pinch of dried chilli flakes
- 6 black olives (stone in)
- Fresh mint leaves (from 3 sprigs)
- Fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves (from 3 sprigs)
- Optional: 1 lemon (for squeezing)
- Optional: 30g feta cheese (for topping)
How To Make This Air-Fried Aubergine:
- Prepare the Aubergine: Halve the aubergine lengthwise. Score the skin side of each half in a criss-cross pattern about ½ cm apart. Brush the flesh with olive oil and season with a pinch of sea salt and black pepper.
- Air Fry the Aubergine: Place the aubergine halves flesh-side down in your air fryer basket. Cook at 200°C (390°F) for 30 minutes, or until they are golden and slightly charred.
- Make the Dressing: While the aubergine cooks pour 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil into a shallow bowl. Cut the tomato in half and grate the flesh into the bowl, discarding the skin and seeds. Add 1 pinch of dried chilli flakes. Squash, remove the stones from, and tear the black olives into the bowl. Season with a little sea salt and black pepper, then mix well.
- Dress the Aubergine: When the aubergine is cooked, transfer it to the bowl with the dressing. Turn the aubergine halves to coat them thoroughly. Add the mint and parsley leaves. Gently toss everything together.
- Serve: Arrange the dressed aubergine on a serving platter. If you like, crumble 30g of feta cheese over the top. Serve with a squeeze of lemon juice, if desired.
Recipe Tips
- Pick a Fresh Aubergine: Choose an aubergine that is firm and has shiny, smooth skin for the best flavor and texture.
- Score the Aubergine Well: Scoring the skin deeply helps the heat penetrate and allows the seasoning to absorb better.
- Don’t Skip the Dressing: The Mediterranean dressing adds essential flavor, so make sure to prepare it while the aubergine cooks.
- Use Fresh Herbs: Fresh mint and parsley make a big difference in taste, so try to use fresh herbs instead of dried ones.
How To Store & Reheat Leftovers
If you have leftover air-fried aubergine, let it cool completely before storing it. Place it in an airtight container and keep it in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
To reheat, preheat your air fryer to 180°C (350°F). Heat the aubergine for about 5 minutes, or until it’s warmed through.
Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Total Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Dietary Fiber: 4 g
- Sugars: 4 g
- Protein: 4 g
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Jamie Oliver Air Fryer Aubergine
Description
Jamie Oliver Air-Fried Aubergine with Mediterranean Dressing is made with aubergine, ripe tomato, black olives, and fresh herbs. This delicious Air-Fried Aubergine recipe creates a tasty dinner that takes about 40 minutes to prepare and can serve up to 2 people.
Ingredients
For The Dressing:
Instructions
- Prepare the Aubergine: Halve the aubergine lengthwise. Score the skin side of each half in a criss-cross pattern about ½ cm apart. Brush the flesh with olive oil and season with a pinch of sea salt and black pepper.
- Air Fry the Aubergine: Place the aubergine halves flesh-side down in your air fryer basket. Cook at 200°C (390°F) for 30 minutes, or until they are golden and slightly charred.
- Make the Dressing: While the aubergine cooks pour 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil into a shallow bowl. Cut the tomato in half and grate the flesh into the bowl, discarding the skin and seeds. Add 1 pinch of dried chilli flakes. Squash, remove the stones from, and tear the black olives into the bowl. Season with a little sea salt and black pepper, then mix well.
- Dress the Aubergine: When the aubergine is cooked, transfer it to the bowl with the dressing. Turn the aubergine halves to coat them thoroughly. Add the mint and parsley leaves. Gently toss everything together.
- Serve: Arrange the dressed aubergine on a serving platter. If you like, crumble 30g of feta cheese over the top. Serve with a squeeze of lemon juice, if desired.
Notes
- Pick a Fresh Aubergine: Choose an aubergine that is firm and has shiny, smooth skin for the best flavor and texture.
- Score the Aubergine Well: Scoring the skin deeply helps the heat penetrate and allows the seasoning to absorb better.
- Don’t Skip the Dressing: The Mediterranean dressing adds essential flavor, so make sure to prepare it while the aubergine cooks.
- Use Fresh Herbs: Fresh mint and parsley make a big difference in taste, so try to use fresh herbs instead of dried ones.
Jamie Oliver Air Fryer Aubergine