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Eggplant Rollatini

Eggplant Rollatini: Comfort Food That Will Delight Everyone

Delight in Eggplant Rollatini, a comforting vegetarian dish featuring creamy ricotta, oven-roasted eggplant, and zesty marinara.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 rolls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Eggplant
  • 2 large Eggplants sliced thinly
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or avocado oil
For the Filling
  • 15 ounces Ricotta Cheese
  • 1 large Egg can substitute with a flax egg for vegan
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese or dairy-free cheese
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese or nutritional yeast for vegan
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil chopped
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For the Sauce
  • 2 cups Marinara Sauce homemade or store-bought

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking dish
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowl
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and slice the eggplants lengthwise into thin strips, about 1/4 inch thick.
  2. Sprinkle the sliced eggplants with salt and let them sit for approximately 20 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
  3. Rinse the eggplant slices under cold water to remove the salt and pat them dry thoroughly.
  4. Arrange the eggplant slices on a baking sheet, brush with olive oil, and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
  5. While the eggplants roast, mix ricotta cheese, half of the mozzarella, grated parmesan, egg, basil, and seasonings in a bowl.
  6. Spread marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish, place the filling in the eggplant slices, and roll them up.
  7. Place the rolls seam-side down in the baking dish and pour the remaining marinara sauce over the top.
  8. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes.
  9. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 18gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish pairs well with a fresh salad or garlic bread. For storage, keep in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge.

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