Grilled Japanese Eggplant Rolls with Stilton, Red Pepper & Watercress

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
19%
Grilled Japanese Eggplant Rolls with Stilton, Red Pepper & Watercress
60 min.
6
207kcal

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If you're looking to elevate your summer cookout or dinner party with a dish that's both elegant and bursting with flavor, look no further than these Grilled Japanese Eggplant Rolls with Stilton, Red Pepper, and Watercress. This delightful vegetarian and gluten-free recipe showcases the best of seasonal ingredients, combining the smoky allure of grilled eggplant with the rich creaminess of Stilton cheese. Each bite offers a perfect contrast of textures, with tender roasted bell peppers adding sweetness and a pop of vibrant color.

Not only is this dish visually stunning, but it's also incredibly versatile. The preparation can easily be done ahead of time, allowing you to focus on mingling with your guests. The use of balsamic vinegar in the vinaigrette adds a tangy depth that complements the bold flavors of the cheese and vegetables, making this dish a harmonious blend of savory and tangy notes. Plus, with a satisfying caloric count of just 207 kcal per serving, you can indulge without any guilt.

Roll them up and secure them with toothpicks for a charming presentation that encourages sharing and savoring among friends and family. Perfect for an elegant appetizer or light main dish, these Grilled Japanese Eggplant Rolls are sure to impress and leave everyone asking for the recipe!

Ingredients

  • bunch baby watercress with stems trimmed to size washed
  • 0.3 cup olive oil 
  •  bell peppers red
  • 0.8 cup stilton cheese crumbled
  • 0.3 cup balasamic vinegar 

Equipment

  • whisk
  • toothpicks
  • grill

Directions

  1. Prepare barbecue for medium indirect heat.
  2. Whisk together vinegar and oil. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Brush both sides of eggplant slices with ¼ cup vinaigrette. Grill until cooked through, turning occasionally, about 4 minutes per side.
  4. Remove from grill; brush with ¼ cup vinaigrette. Cool. Grill bell peppers until blackened on all sides. Wrap in paper bag and let stand 10 minutes. Peel and seed peppers.
  5. Cut into ¼-inch strips. Season with salt and pepper. These steps may be done 1 day ahead and refrigerated in a single layer; chill eggplant and bell peppers separately.)To assemble: Bring all ingredients to room temperature.
  6. Place eggplant slices on work surface.
  7. Place 4 bell pepper strips on 1 end of each eggplant slice; top with 2 to 4 baby watercress sprigs, allowing peppers and watercress to extend beyond both sides of eggplant.
  8. Sprinkle Stilton cheese.
  9. Roll eggplant up.
  10. Place seam side down on platter, secure with toothpicks. (Can be prepared 4 hours ahead. Cover.)

Nutrition Facts

Calories207kcal
Protein13.57%
Fat75.95%
Carbs10.48%

Properties

Glycemic Index
25.56
Glycemic Load
1.19
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
13.507826141689%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.49mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.18mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:206.63kcal
10.33%
Fat:17.73g
27.27%
Saturated Fat:6.82g
42.62%
Carbohydrates:5.5g
1.83%
Net Carbohydrates:3.83g
1.39%
Sugar:3.49g
3.88%
Cholesterol:22.18mg
7.39%
Sodium:343.67mg
14.94%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.12g
14.25%
Vitamin C:101.61mg
123.17%
Vitamin A:2710.85IU
54.22%
Vitamin E:2.62mg
17.49%
Calcium:162.47mg
16.25%
Vitamin B6:0.28mg
14.01%
Phosphorus:135.68mg
13.57%
Folate:47.25µg
11.81%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.62%
Vitamin K:10.06µg
9.58%
Vitamin B5:0.76mg
7.63%
Potassium:243.81mg
6.97%
Fiber:1.68g
6.7%
Zinc:0.99mg
6.59%
Selenium:4.42µg
6.32%
Vitamin B12:0.36µg
6.01%
Vitamin B3:1.08mg
5.41%
Manganese:0.1mg
4.9%
Magnesium:16.48mg
4.12%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.46%
Iron:0.49mg
2.72%
Copper:0.03mg
1.31%
Source:SippitySup