Grilled Eggplant Rolls with Mint and Garlic Dressing
Elevate your summer grilling game with these Grilled Eggplant Rolls with Mint and Garlic Dressing! Perfectly charred eggplant slices are stuffed with creamy ricotta cheese and rolled into elegant bites, then drizzled with a refreshing dressing made with fresh mint, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of garlic. These Mediterranean-inspired appetizers strike the perfect balance between smoky, creamy, and tangy flavors, with an optional kick of red pepper flakes for extra heat. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, this recipe is ideal for entertaining or a light, wholesome meal. Best served at room temperature, these rolls are as versatile as they are delicious, making them a must-try addition to your repertoire of healthy, vegetarian grilling recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large eggplant
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves
- 0.5 cup fresh mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Slice the eggplants lengthwise into 1/4-inch-thick slices. You should get about 6-8 slices per eggplant, depending on their size.
Brush both sides of the eggplant slices with 3 tablespoons of olive oil and sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper.
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill eggplant slices for 3-4 minutes on each side until tender and charred with grill marks. Set aside to cool.
While the eggplants cool, prepare the mint and garlic dressing. Finely mince the garlic cloves and roughly chop the fresh mint leaves.
In a small bowl, combine the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, garlic, mint, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Mix well and set aside.
Spread 1-2 teaspoons of ricotta cheese onto one side of each grilled eggplant slice.
Drizzle a small amount of the mint and garlic dressing over the ricotta, then gently roll the eggplant slice from one end to the other to form a roll. Secure with a toothpick if needed.
Repeat with all eggplant slices.
Arrange the eggplant rolls on a serving platter and drizzle the remaining mint and garlic dressing over the top.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 4 hours before serving. Allow them to come to room temperature before serving for the best flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
233 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.8 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 21 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 681 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.0 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.2 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.9 g | ||
| Protein | 8.5 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 162 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 745 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
