**Servings:** 1
**Total Time:** 20 minutes
**Preparation Time:** 5 minutes
**Overnight Preparation Required:** Not Applicable
**Cooking Time:** 15 minutes
### Tools
- Air fryer
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Spatula
- Small bowl
### Ingredients
- 2 slices of bread
- 1/2 small eggplant
- 2 slices of cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon butter, softened
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)
### Instructions
1. **Prepare the Eggplant:**
- Slice the eggplant into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Sprinkle with salt and let sit for 5 minutes to draw out moisture. Pat dry with a paper towel.
2. **Season and Cook the Eggplant:**
- Brush both sides of the eggplant slices with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and optional garlic powder and Italian seasoning.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Arrange the eggplant slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 8 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and tender.
3. **Assemble the Sandwich:**
- Spread butter on one side of each bread slice. Place one slice of bread, butter side down, on a cutting board. Layer with a slice of cheese, cooked eggplant slices, another slice of cheese, and top with the remaining bread slice, butter side up.
4. **Cook the Sandwich:**
- Place the assembled sandwich in the air fryer basket. Cook at 375°F (190°C) for 5 minutes, then carefully flip and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, until the bread is golden and the cheese is melted.
### Health Benefits
- **Eggplant:** Rich in antioxidants and dietary fiber, promoting heart health and digestion.
- **Cheddar Cheese:** Good source of calcium and protein, supporting bone health and muscle function.
### Keywords
L/D,, Grilled Cheese, Eggplant, Air Fryer, Sandwich
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