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Savory Eggplant Roll-Ups with Creamy Ricotta and Spinach

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Savory Eggplant Roll-Ups with Creamy Ricotta and Spinach are a comforting vegetarian dish featuring roasted eggplant slices wrapped around a herbed ricotta-spinach filling, all baked in a zesty tomato sauce and topped with melted cheese.

Ingredients

  • 2 medium eggplants, sliced lengthwise into thin strips
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups fresh spinach (or 1 cup frozen, thawed and drained)
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh basil or parsley (optional)
  • 1 1/2 cups crushed tomatoes or marinara sauce
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet.
  2. Brush eggplant slices with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and roast for 15–20 minutes until soft and pliable. Let cool slightly.
  3. Sauté spinach with garlic until wilted, or use thawed and drained frozen spinach.
  4. In a bowl, mix ricotta, Parmesan, egg, spinach, and optional herbs until creamy.
  5. Place a spoonful of ricotta filling on each eggplant slice and roll up gently.
  6. Spread a layer of tomato sauce in a baking dish and place the roll-ups seam-side down.
  7. Spoon remaining sauce over the top and sprinkle with mozzarella and extra Parmesan.
  8. Bake for 20–25 minutes until bubbly and golden. Let rest a few minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Add chopped mushrooms or sun-dried tomatoes to the ricotta filling for more flavor.
  • Use red pepper flakes in the sauce for a spicy kick.
  • Swap eggplant with thin zucchini slices for variation.
  • Serve with garlic bread or salad for a complete meal.
  • This dish freezes well; cool completely before freezing in portions.

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