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Air Fryer Pasta alla Norma

Air Fryer Pasta alla Norma: Easy Comfort Food for Weeknight Dinners

This Air Fryer Pasta alla Norma is an easy recipe perfect for weeknight dinners, combining the rich flavors of roasted eggplant and a hearty marinara sauce.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 8 ounces pasta
  • 1 medium eggplant, diced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, combine the diced eggplant with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Add the eggplant to the air fryer basket and cook for 15 minutes, shaking halfway through.
  4. Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
  5. Once the eggplant is done, combine it with the cooked pasta and marinara sauce.
  6. Transfer the mixture to the air fryer and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  7. Air fry for an additional 5 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Notes

  • Feel free to add extra vegetables or protein to the dish.
  • This recipe can be easily doubled for larger families.
  • Author: Souzan
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Air Fryer
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 54g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 8mg

Keywords: Air Fryer Pasta alla Norma, pasta recipes, easy weeknight dinners