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Eggplant Rolatini

Deliciously Comforting Eggplant Rolatini You’ll Crave

This Eggplant Rolatini is a low-fat, comforting vegetarian dish that combines baked eggplant with a creamy ricotta filling topped with zesty marinara sauce.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 medium Eggplants consider using zucchini for variation
  • 15 oz Fat-Free Ricotta Cheese can substitute with cottage cheese
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley or substitute with fresh basil
  • 1 medium Onion or substitute shallots for milder flavor
  • 3 cloves Garlic fresh garlic is recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano or use fresh oregano
For the Sauce
  • 2 cups Tomato Basil Marinara Sauce homemade sauce can be healthier
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Shredded Fontina or Mozzarella Cheese can swap with Parmesan
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • skillet
  • baking sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven’s broiler to high and arrange the sliced eggplants in a single layer on a baking sheet. Broil for about 6 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the slices are tender and golden brown.
  2. Preheat your oven to 375°F. Spray a 9x13 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  3. In a medium skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add finely chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté for about 5 minutes until soft.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the fat-free ricotta cheese, freshly chopped parsley, dried oregano, and the sautéed onion and garlic mixture. Stir well to create a creamy filling.
  5. Spread a generous amount of the ricotta mixture on the pale side of each eggplant slice, then roll them up tightly and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
  6. Cover the rolls with tomato basil marinara sauce, ensuring each is well coated. Sprinkle shredded cheese and grated Parmesan on top.
  7. Bake for approximately 30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown. Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For optimal results, taste the ricotta filling before stuffing the eggplants to adjust seasoning as necessary.

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