Air Fryer Eggplant Roll-Ups — Eggplant is a great vegetable to use in recipes. It’s versatile and has a more mild flavor than other vegetables, so it’s easy to incorporate into dishes that usually require meat or another protein. And it cooks up fantastic in the Air Fryer!
The eggplant roll-ups are a low-calorie, vegetarian dish that is easy to make. Using just three ingredients, this dish is healthy and delicious. The recipe takes only 20 minutes from start to finish, and the eggplant roll-ups will be a hit with any crowd!
The eggplant roll-ups are an inexpensive but tasty alternative to traditional lasagna or manicotti dishes. This quick and easy recipe, making it perfect for those busy weeknights when you don’t have time to spend hours cooking!
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What is Eggplant Rollatini?
Eggplant Rollatini is a dish of eggplant layered with ricotta cheese, spinach, and sometimes, added seasoned ground beef. The whole thing gets baked in the oven or air fryer until it’s perfectly tender. It can be served as an appetizer or main course. This delicious Italian-inspired dish will have you coming back for more!
This recipe is about one of my favorite dishes I discovered while living abroad in Italy- Eggplant Rollatini. You might think it sounds strange at first, but don’t worry because this recipe will change your mind! It’s so easy to make and tasty too! Give it a try…you won’t regret it!
Ingredients Needed For Air Fryer Eggplant Roll-Ups
- Eggplant
- Fresh Mozzarella Cheese
- Tomatoes
- Oregano
- Basil
- Tomato Sauce
- Parmesan Cheese
- Olive Oil
How To Make Air Fryer Eggplant Roll-Ups
- Start by air frying your eggplant. Preheat your air fryer to 350 degrees F, air fryer setting, for 4 minutes. Then slice your eggplant into thin slices, sprinkle some salt on top of them, let them sit for 10 minutes.
- Place them into the air fryer basket, brush the eggplant with olive oil. Air fry at 350 degrees F, air fryer setting, for 6 to 8 minutes, or until tender.
- Remove from the air fryer, and add a slice of mozzarella, tomato slice, oregano, and basil on top. Roll up, and place into a baking pan, seam side down, and air fry for another 5 to 6 minutes at 330 degrees F, air fryer setting, until the cheese has melted.
- Serve with tomato sauce, and Parmesan cheese.
How To Prepare The Eggplant
- Eggplant does not need to be peeled for this recipe. For best results, slice into quarters lengthwise and brush with olive oil on both sides before air frying.
- Cut the eggplant into thin slices, so you can easily roll them up.
- Don’t worry about them breaking if they crack, while rolling up, you can always secure them with a toothpick.
Leftovers
Keep leftovers in an airtight container, and they’ll last about three days. YOu can quickly reheat leftovers in the air fryer or microwave.
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Air Fryer Eggplant Roll-Ups
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Ingredients
- 2 medium eggplants
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
- 1 large tomato, sliced
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon basil
- 4 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- Parmesan Cheese
Instructions
- Start by air frying your eggplant. Preheat your air fryer to 350 degrees F, air fryer setting, for 4 minutes. Then slice your eggplant into thin slices, sprinkle some salt on top of them, let them sit for 10 minutes.
- Place them into the air fryer basket, brush the eggplant with olive oil. Air fry at 350 degrees F, air fryer setting, for 6 to 8 minutes, or until tender.
- Remove from the air fryer, and add a slice of mozzarella, tomato slice, oregano, and basil on top. Roll up, and place into a baking pan, seam side down, and air fry for another 5 to 6 minutes at 330 degrees F, air fryer setting, until the cheese has melted.
- Serve with tomato sauce, and Parmesan cheese.
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