ROASTED EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE) ROLLS

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A healthy version to something usually called "eggplant rolatini" in italian restaurants. Very filling! And the robust flavors of this dish will will have your family asking for this on a regular basis. And it was found in Prevention Magazine, so you KNOW it's good for you!!

Provided by Caseylaine

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons canola oil
1 (1 1/2 lb) eggplants, peeled and sliced lengthwise (1/4-inch thick)
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 (16 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1/4 cup reduced-fat mozzarella cheese
1 tablespoon dried basil
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 cup tomato sauce
1 cup fat-free ricotta cheese (or reduced fat)
1 cup coarsely chopped spinach

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  • Brush 1 tablespoon of the oil on the sliced eggplant, and roast it until tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Saute the onion in the remaining 1 tablespoon of the oil until tender, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Add the tomatoes (with the juice), and simmer for 15 minutes.
  • In a separate bowl, mix the ricotta, spinach, mozzarella, basil, oregano, and garlic.
  • Add salt and peper to taste.
  • Lightly coat a baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Spoon the cheese mixture on each slice of the eggplant, and roll up like a jelly roll.
  • Place the eggplant in the dish.
  • Continue until all the eggplant is used.
  • Top with the tomato sauce, and bake for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153.3, Fat 7.8, SaturatedFat 0.7, Sodium 337.8, Carbohydrate 20.9, Fiber 9.2, Sugar 10.5, Protein 4.3

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