Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsDa Legna at NoloEggplant Rolatini Recipe

Eggplant Rolatini Recipe

Inspired by Da Legna at Nolo
Time1h
Serves4

Eggplant, Fresh Basil, Marinara

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Ingredients

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Vegetables

Sauce

Seasoning

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Slice the Eggplant

    Cut the eggplants lengthwise into thin slices (about 1/4 inch thick).

  2. 2

    Salt the Eggplant

    Sprinkle both sides of the eggplant slices with salt and let them sit for 30 minutes to draw out moisture.

  3. 3

    Rinse and Dry

    After 30 minutes, rinse the eggplant slices under cold water to remove excess salt and pat them dry with a paper towel.

Cooking

  1. 4

    Preheat Oven

    Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. 5

    Sauté Eggplant

    In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Cook the eggplant slices for about 3-4 minutes on each side until they are soft and slightly golden. Remove from heat.

  3. 6

    Prepare Filling

    In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, chopped fresh basil, salt, black pepper, and half of the mozzarella cheese.

  4. 7

    Assemble Rolatini

    Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish. Take one eggplant slice, place about 2 tablespoons of the cheese mixture at one end, and roll it up. Place seam side down in the baking dish. Repeat with all eggplant slices.

  5. 8

    Top with Sauce and Cheese

    Once all the rolls are in the dish, pour the remaining marinara sauce on top and sprinkle with the remaining mozzarella and parmesan cheese.

  6. 9

    Bake

    Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.

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