Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsZAZA Italian GastrobarEggplant Rollatini Recipe

Eggplant Rollatini Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

Eggplant rolled with spinach & ricotta, marinara sauce.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Seasoning

Method

Preparation of Eggplant

  1. 1

    Slice the Eggplant

    Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the eggplants lengthwise into 1/4-inch thick slices. Lay them on a baking sheet.

  2. 2

    Brush with Olive Oil

    Brush the eggplant slices with olive oil on both sides and sprinkle with salt. Roast in the oven for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are tender and slightly golden.

Filling Preparation

  1. 3

    Sauté Spinach

    In a skillet, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Add the spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool.

  2. 4

    Mix Filling

    In a bowl, combine the cooked spinach, ricotta cheese, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mix until well combined.

Assembly

  1. 5

    Assemble the Rollatini

    Take a roasted eggplant slice, place about 2 tablespoons of the filling at one end, and carefully roll it up. Place the roll seam-side down in a baking dish. Repeat with the remaining slices.

  2. 6

    Add Marinara Sauce

    Pour the marinara sauce over the assembled rollatini, ensuring they are well covered. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.

Baking

  1. 7

    Bake the Rollatini

    Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.

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