This Keto Spinach and Olive Eggplant Rollatini has a cheesy filling and tender texture. We prepare this rollatini with black pepper, eggplants, ricotta cheese, parmesan cheese, olive oil, salt, mozzarella cheese, Italian seasoning, black olives, egg, spinach, garlic, chili flakes, and keto marinara sauce. This rollatini contains 320 calories and six g of net carbs. We make this rollatini in almost fifty-five minutes. This Keto Spinach and Olive Eggplant Rollatini is ideal for starters, main courses, brunches, meals on special days, festivals, events, activities, gatherings, celebrations, social events, functions, and supper. You can make this rollatini earlier because we only keep it in the freezer for a month or two. You can serve this rollatini with Keto Avocado Cucumber Salad, Parmesan Roasted Broccoli, Lemon Pepper Salmon, Almond Flour Focaccia, Creamy Tomato Basil Soup, Crushed Red Pepper Flakes, or Keto Strawberry Smoothie.
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STATS:
- Course: Main Course
- No. of Calories: 320 kcal
- Diet: Keto
- Prep time: 20 minutes
- Cuisine: Italian, American
- Cook time: 35 minutes
- Portion size: 3 rollatini pieces
- Cooking mode: Baking
- Total servings: 6
- Difficulty level: Medium
- Overall duration: 55 minutes
EQUIPMENTS:
- Baking tray
- Sharp knife
- Parchment paper
- Bowls
- Cutting board
- Spoon
- Grill pan
- Baking dish
- Cheese grater
- Oven
INGREDIENTS:
EGGPLANT ROLLS:
- 2 large eggplants
- Two tbsp. of olive oil
- One teaspoon of salt
- Half a tsp. of black pepper
FILLING:
- 1½ cups ricotta cheese
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup parmesan cheese
- 2 cups spinach
- ½ cup black olives
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
SAUCE:
- 1½ cups keto marinara sauce
- ½ teaspoon chili flakes
- ½ cup mozzarella cheese
INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR KETO SUBSTITUTIONS:
RICOTTA CHEESE:
- Since ricotta cheese will provide rich flavors and a smooth texture, we must utilize it. Alternatively, we may use cottage cheese, cream, or mascarpone.
MOZZARELLA CHEESE:
- To create melty layers and an elastic texture, we use mozzarella cheese. We can use Parmesan, Monterey Jack, or cheddar cheese.
SPINACH:
- Make use of the spinach to give this orzo some freshness and fiber. We can substitute Swiss chard, kale, or arugula.
PARMESAN CHEESE:
- To add umami taste and a savory flavor, we utilize Parmesan cheese. You can replace it with asiago cheese, pecorino Romano, or nutritional yeast.
MARINARA SAUCE:
- To keep carbs to a minimum, it will add the decadent tomato base and Italian flavor. The amount of spice and cream must be balanced. To maintain the balance of carbs, you can also prepare the sauce at home.
OLIVE OIL:
- This rollatini will taste better and contain healthy fats thanks to the olive oil. We may also use avocado oil, ghee, or coconut oil.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Warm the empty oven to 200°Celcius and make thin strips by slicing the eggplants lengthwise.
- Gently garnish them with salt and leave them for about ten minutes to strain out the water content.
- Use the paper towels to completely dry them.
- Coat all the sides of the slices of the eggplant with olive oil and garnish them with black pepper
- Put them on a sheet and roast till they are elastic and tender, for about fifteen minutes.
- Stir the olives, ricotta cheese, Italian seasoning, egg, mozzarella, garlic, parmesan, and spinach in a dish.
- Whisk them equally till the texture is silky and completely mixed.
- Distribute one thin layer of keto marinara sauce in a dish.
- Spread a tbsp. of filling all the slices of eggplant and then rolling them tightly.
- Put the rolls in a dish and distribute the keto marinara sauce on the surface.
- Add more mozzarella cheese to the rollatini as a garnish.
- Bake it till it becomes golden and bubbly, for about twenty minutes.
- After about five minutes of cooling, serve this rollatini hot.
TIPS:
- Include the crushed red pepper to make this rollatini spicier.
- Make uniform slices of the eggplant for even cooking.
- We utilize the paper towels to soak up the additional eggplant water content.
- To prevent the rolls from tearing, don’t stuff them too full.
- We utilize freshly grated cheese to get a perfect melting texture.
- Cool the rollatini for some time and then serve it.
- You can grill the eggplant in place of roasting to get a smoky flavor.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
SALADS:
- Keto Caesar Salad
- Keto Avocado Cucumber Salad
- Keto Greek Salad
- Arugula Parmesan Salad
- Creamy Dill Coleslaw
VEGETABLES:
- Sautéed Green Beans
- Cheesy Cauliflower Mash
PROTEINS:
- Grilled Herb Chicken
- Garlic Butter Shrimp
- Lemon Pepper Salmon
- Italian Beef Meatballs
- Rosemary Grilled Steak
KETO BREADS:
- Keto Garlic Bread
- Almond Flour Focaccia
- Keto Breadsticks
- Cheesy Fathead Rolls
SOUPS:
- Broccoli Cheddar Soup
- Roasted Red Pepper Soup
TOPPINGS AND SAUCES:
- Basil Pesto Sauce
- Garlic Alfredo Drizzle
- Chili Oil
- Fresh Parmesan Shavings
BEVERAGES:
- Sparkling Lemon Water
- Unsweetened Iced Tea
- Keto Strawberry Smoothie
- Cucumber Mint Water
- Herbal Green Tea
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- For just four days, store the remaining in a tight container.
FREEZER:
- Store this baked rollatini in a closed box for almost 1-2 months.
FAQs:
Is this rollatini vegetarian?
- Yes, this rollatini is keto and vegetarian.
Will we prepare this rollatini earlier?
- Yes, you can assemble this rollatini twenty-four hours earlier, chill it, and then bake it.
Can we add some meat?
- Yes, you may use shreds of chicken, ground beef, or Italian sausage.
Which marinara sauce is perfect for using?
- You can use sugar-free marinara sauce, which has lower net carbs.
How may I avoid a watery eggplant?
- You can salt the slices of eggplant and then roast them to strain out the extra moisture content.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATIONS:
Fiber: 4g
Caloric Content: 320 calories
Net carbs: 6g
Sodium: 620mg
Sugar: 5g
Fats: 24g
Proteins: 16g
Portion Size: 3 rollatini pieces
Total carbs: 10g