Keto Eggplant Rollatini with Ricotta Filling

This Keto Eggplant Rollatini with Ricotta Filling is a sumptuous Italian-inspired dish that's low in carbs but high in flavor. Delicate slices of eggplant encase a creamy ricotta and herb filling, baked to perfection with a layer of rich marinara and melted mozzarella cheese.

Course Dinner

Cuisine Italian

Keyword Keto Eggplant Rollatini, Keto Italian Dinner, Low Carb Eggplant Recipe, Ricotta Filling

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 40

Total Time 1

Servings servings

Calories 350kcal

Equipment

Baking sheet
9x13 inch baking dish
Mixing bowl
Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients

Eggplant

2 medium eggplants, sliced lengthwise into 1/4-inch thick slices approximately 1.5 lbs or 680g

Ricotta Filling

1 ½ cups whole milk ricotta cheese 375g
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese 50g
1 large egg
1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped 15ml
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped 15ml
½ teaspoon garlic powder 2.5ml
Salt and pepper, to taste

For Assembly

1 cup marinara sauce, low carb 240ml
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 100g
Olive oil for greasing

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking sheet with olive oil and set aside.
Lay eggplant slices on the baking sheet in a single layer. Season with salt and pepper. Bake for 10-15 minutes until just softened and pliable. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, basil, parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
Take one slice of baked eggplant and place about two tablespoons of the ricotta mixture on one end. Roll the slice up tightly and place seam side down in the baking dish. Repeat with the remaining eggplant slices.
Once all the rollatini are in the dish, top them with the remaining marinara sauce and sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Allow the dish to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Notes

For a firmer ricotta filling, drain the cheese in a cheesecloth for a few hours before preparing the filling.

Ensure your marinara sauce is low in sugar to maintain ketosis.

If you're avoiding dairy, you can substitute the ricotta and mozzarella with your favorite non-dairy alternatives.

The eggplant slices can be grilled instead of baked for a smokier flavor.

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