Description
Eggplant Rollatini is an irresistible Italian dish that features roasted eggplant slices rolled up with a creamy ricotta and mozzarella filling, topped with marinara sauce and baked to perfection. This comforting, flavorful meal is perfect for family dinners, gatherings, or a cozy night in.
Ingredients
2 medium eggplants
1 cup ricotta cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup chopped fresh basil
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 cups marinara sauce
2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Eggplants: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the eggplants lengthwise into half-inch thick slices. Sprinkle salt on both sides of the slices and let them sit for 30 minutes to draw out moisture. After 30 minutes, rinse off the salt, pat them dry, and arrange on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and roast for about 20 minutes until soft.
- Make the Filling: While the eggplants are roasting, mix ricotta cheese, half of the mozzarella, Parmesan, basil, parsley, salt, and pepper in a bowl until fully combined.
- Assemble the Rollatini: Once the eggplant slices are roasted and slightly cooled, spread about two tablespoons of filling on each slice. Roll up the slices with the seam facing down and place them in a greased baking dish.
- Bake: Pour marinara sauce over the rolled eggplants, sprinkle with remaining mozzarella, cover with foil, and bake for 25 minutes. After 25 minutes, uncover and bake for another 10-15 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
- Serve: Let the Eggplant Rollatini cool for a few minutes before serving. Slice and enjoy!
Notes
Topping Ideas: Add fresh basil or Parmesan on top for extra flavor.
Make it Ahead: Prepare the rollatini ahead and refrigerate it for up to 1 day before baking.
Vegan Option: Use dairy-free ricotta and mozzarella for a vegan version.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 rollatini
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
