Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Cheesy Eggplant Rolls, a perfect comfort food that marries tender roasted eggplant with a creamy cheese filling. These elegant rolls are versatile enough to serve as an appetizer or a hearty main dish. With every bite, you’ll experience the savory goodness of ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses wrapped in soft, roasted eggplant. Ideal for dinner parties or cozy family meals, this recipe is not only delicious but also easy to prepare. Impress your guests with this gourmet vegetarian dish that looks as good as it tastes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium eggplants
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- Fresh basil
- Garlic powder
- Dried oregano
- Olive oil
- Marinara sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice eggplants into 1/4-inch rounds, salt them for moisture removal, and let sit for 15 minutes before patting dry.
- Brush slices with olive oil and roast for 15-20 minutes until tender and browned.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, basil, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper until creamy.
- Assemble rolls by placing cheese mixture on one end of each eggplant slice and rolling tightly.
- Arrange rolls seam-side down in a baking dish; cover with marinara sauce if desired and bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 rolls (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg