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Healthy Eggplant Rollatini

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A light and comforting Italian-inspired dish made with tender baked eggplant slices rolled around a creamy, flavorful filling and baked in tomato sauce with melted cheese.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 2 large eggplants
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 cup fresh spinach, finely chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups tomato sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil or parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Slice the eggplants lengthwise into thin strips and arrange them on a baking sheet.
  3. Brush lightly with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper.
  4. Bake for 15–20 minutes until tender and flexible. Remove and let cool slightly.
  5. In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, Greek yogurt, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and chopped spinach until well combined.
  6. Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce in the bottom of a baking dish.
  7. Spoon filling onto each eggplant slice and gently roll up.
  8. Place rolls seam-side down in the baking dish.
  9. Spoon remaining tomato sauce over the rolls.
  10. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan evenly over the top.
  11. Bake for 25–30 minutes until the sauce is bubbling and the cheese is melted and lightly golden.
  12. Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.

Notes

  • Bake eggplant first to prevent excess moisture.
  • Do not overfill the rolls to keep them intact.
  • Add mushrooms or zucchini for extra vegetables.
  • Can be assembled ahead and baked later.

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