Eggplant Roll-Ups
A delightful dish featuring tender eggplant slices filled with creamy ricotta and sautéed spinach, all wrapped in a layer of marinara sauce and topped with melted Parmesan.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 65 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large eggplants
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach, sautéed
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the eggplants lengthwise into thin strips, about ¼ inch thick.
- Sprinkle salt on the eggplant slices and let them rest for about 30 minutes to draw out moisture.
- Mix the ricotta cheese, sautéed spinach, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
- Take an eggplant slice, add a spoonful of the ricotta-spinach mixture, and roll it up. Place the roll seam-side down in the baking dish.
- Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the roll-ups and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
These roll-ups are not only delicious but also make for an impressive presentation. Pair them with a simple side salad or garlic bread for an enhanced experience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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