Mediterranean Cheesy Eggplant Rollatini
Soft roasted eggplant slices stuffed with a creamy herby cheese filling, rolled, and baked in a zesty tomato sauce. Comforting, cheesy, and naturally Mediterranean!
⏱ Time
Prep: 20 minutes
Cook: 35 minutes
Total: ~55 minutes
⭐ Ingredients
For the Eggplant
2 medium eggplants, sliced lengthwise into ¼-inch sheets
2–3 tbsp olive oil
Salt & pepper
For the Ricotta Filling
1 cup ricotta cheese
½ cup mozzarella, shredded
¼ cup feta, crumbled (Mediterranean savouriness!)
2 tbsp Parmesan (optional)
1 egg
2 tbsp fresh basil or parsley, chopped
1 small garlic clove, minced
Zest of ½ lemon
Salt & pepper to taste
For the Sauce
1½ cups tomato pasta or crushed tomatoes
1 tbsp olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
½ tsp oregano
Pinch of sugar (optional)
Salt & pepper
Topping
Extra mozzarella
Fresh basil for serving
Drizzle of olive oil
🍽 Instructions
1. Prep the Eggplant
1. Slice eggplants lengthwise.
2. Brush both sides with olive oil, season lightly with salt & pepper.
3. Roast at 200°C (400°F) for 15–18 minutes until soft and pliable.
You can also grill them for extra smoky flavor.
2. Make the Sauce
1. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a pan.
2. Add onion; sauté 2–3 minutes until soft.
3. Add garlic, cook 30 seconds.
4. Pour in tomatoes, add oregano, salt, pepper, and sugar.
5. Simmer for 10 minutes, then set aside.
3. Make the Cheese Filling
In a bowl mix:
- ricotta
- mozzarella
- feta
- Parmesan
- egg
- garlic
- lemon zest
- herbs
- salt & pepper
Stir until creamy and thick.
4. Assemble Rollatini
1. Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
2. Place a spoonful of cheese filling on one end of each eggplant slice.
3. Roll gently from one side to the other.
4. Place all rolls seam-side down in the dish.
5. Spoon remaining sauce on top.
6. Add a handful of mozzarella over everything.
5. Bake
Bake at 190°C (375°F) for 20–25 minutes, until bubbling and golden.
💫 Tips
Drizzle with a bit of olive oil before serving.
Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes inside the filling for a tangy boost.
Use fresh basil generously.
Add a spoon of pesto to the sauce for deeper herb flavor.
For extra creaminess, add 2 tbsp cream cheese to the ricotta mix.
🍽 Nutritional Information
Calories: ~270
Protein: 14 g
Carbs: 15 g
Fat: 17 g
Fiber: 4 g