Aubergine rolls with spinach & ricotta

Very Healthy
Popular
Health score
91%
Aubergine rolls with spinach & ricotta
60 min.
4
347kcal

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If you’re on the lookout for a delightful dish that not only tantalizes your taste buds but also packs a nutritious punch, then these Aubergine Rolls with Spinach and Ricotta might just be your new go-to recipe! With a remarkable health score of 91, this popular dish is a fantastic way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet without sacrificing flavor.

Imagine tender, roasted aubergine slices enveloping a rich filling of creamy ricotta and vibrant spinach, all beautifully complemented by a tangy tomato sauce. This recipe is perfect for a satisfying lunch or a light dinner and brings a touch of Mediterranean flair to your table. Each serving is just 347 calories, making it a guilt-free indulgence that won’t derail your healthy eating goals.

What makes this dish truly special is its ease of preparation. In just under an hour, you can transform simple ingredients into a hearty meal that your family and friends will rave about. The combination of flavors and textures—from the silky ricotta to the earthy nutmeg and crispy breadcrumbs—will have everyone reaching for seconds. Plus, it’s a wonderful way to impress guests at your next gathering with your culinary skills!

Get ready to dive into a plateful of deliciousness that nourishes both body and soul. Your culinary adventure begins with these sensational Aubergine Rolls!

Ingredients

  •  aubergines cut into thin slices lengthways
  • tbsp olive oil 
  • 500 pkt spinach 
  • 250 ricotta 
  • servings grating of nutmeg 
  • 350 tomato sauce 
  • tbsp breadcrumb fresh
  • tbsp parmesan (or vegetarian alternative)

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • colander

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 220C/200C fan/gas
  2. Brush both sides of the aubergine slices with oil, then lay on a large baking sheet.
  3. Bake for 15-20 mins until tender, turning once.
  4. Meanwhile, put the spinach in a large colander and pour over a kettle of boiling water to wilt. Cool, then squeeze out the excess water, so that it is dry.
  5. Mix with the ricotta, nutmeg and plenty of seasoning.
  6. Dollop a spoonful of the cheesy spinach mix in the centre of each aubergine slice, fold over to make a parcel and lay, sealed-side down, in an ovenproof dish.
  7. Pour over tomato sauce, sprinkle with breadcrumbs and cheese, and bake for 20-25 mins until golden and piping hot.

Nutrition Facts

Calories347kcal
Protein18.56%
Fat45.84%
Carbs35.6%

Properties

Glycemic Index
57.75
Glycemic Load
5.01
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
38.340000152588%

Flavonoids

Delphinidin
196.23mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.93mg
Kaempferol
7.97mg
Myricetin
0.44mg
Quercetin
5.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:347.23kcal
17.36%
Fat:18.82g
28.96%
Saturated Fat:7.8g
48.77%
Carbohydrates:32.89g
10.96%
Net Carbohydrates:21.1g
7.67%
Sugar:13.12g
14.58%
Cholesterol:35.28mg
11.76%
Sodium:724.34mg
31.49%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:17.15g
34.29%
Vitamin K:619.86µg
590.34%
Vitamin A:12472.01IU
249.44%
Manganese:1.9mg
95.04%
Folate:320.83µg
80.21%
Vitamin C:46.35mg
56.18%
Fiber:11.8g
47.19%
Potassium:1578.68mg
45.11%
Magnesium:160.97mg
40.24%
Vitamin E:5.58mg
37.2%
Calcium:367.23mg
36.72%
Vitamin B2:0.56mg
32.81%
Iron:5.62mg
31.2%
Phosphorus:294.05mg
29.4%
Vitamin B6:0.57mg
28.43%
Copper:0.51mg
25.47%
Selenium:15.2µg
21.72%
Vitamin B1:0.32mg
21.43%
Vitamin B3:4.03mg
20.13%
Zinc:2.27mg
15.15%
Vitamin B5:1.21mg
12.06%
Vitamin B12:0.31µg
5.13%