Eggplant Rollatini

Prep: 20 min Cook: 30 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: Italian

Eggplant Rollatini features tender eggplant slices filled with herby ricotta, topped with marinara and cheese, baked to perfection—an elegant vegetarian dish perfect for family dinners or entertaining.

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Ingredients

  • 2 medium eggplants
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • sliced Mozzarella cheese
  • 1 lb Ricotta cheese
  • chopped parsley or basil
  • Romano cheese
  • flour for dredging
  • olive oil for frying
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Peel eggplants and slice lengthwise into thin strips.
  2. Dredge eggplant slices in flour to coat evenly.
  3. Dip floured slices into beaten eggs.
  4. Fry eggplant slices in olive oil until golden brown.
  5. Drain fried eggplant on paper towels to remove excess oil.
  6. In a bowl, combine ricotta, chopped parsley or basil, and Romano cheese.
  7. Place a slice of mozzarella in the middle of each eggplant slice.
  8. Add a spoonful of ricotta mixture on top of the mozzarella and roll up the eggplant slice to form a roll.
  9. Spread marinara sauce evenly in a baking dish.
  10. Arrange eggplant rolls seam side down over the sauce in the dish.
  11. Top the rolls with additional marinara sauce and sprinkle with grated Romano cheese.
  12. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20 to 30 minutes until heated through and cheese is bubbly.
  13. Serve hot with pasta on the side.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

690 kcal 35% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 27.9g 56% DV
Total Fat 42.4g 54% DV
Carbs 54.5g 20% DV
Fiber 8.9g 32% DV
Sugar 0.8g 2% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10410.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 1862.3mg 40% DV
Cholesterol 118.8mg 40% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 126.5mcg 14% DV
Vitamin C 37.4mg 42% DV
Vitamin D 0.3mcg 1% DV
Calcium 602.8mg 46% DV
Iron 15.6mg 87% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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