Description
Eggplant Rollatini is a mouthwatering Italian dish that features tender roasted eggplant slices filled with a creamy blend of ricotta, mozzarella, and fresh basil, all smothered in rich marinara sauce. Perfect for family dinners or impressing guests, this comforting recipe is both satisfying and delicious. Gather your loved ones around the table and savor every cheesy bite of this delightful dish that brings warmth and joy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium eggplants, sliced lengthwise into 1/4-inch strips
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Brush both sides of the eggplant slices with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Roast on a baking sheet for about 20 minutes until tender.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, basil, garlic, salt, and pepper to create the filling.
- Once the eggplant is cool enough to handle, place about two tablespoons of filling at one end of each strip and roll them up tightly. Place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
- Pour marinara sauce over the rolls and sprinkle remaining mozzarella on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes; remove foil after 15 minutes to brown the cheese.
- Let rest briefly before garnishing with more basil or Parmesan before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (100g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg