Eggplant, mozzarella, and basil rolls
Adapted from Vegetarian: Over 300 healthy and wholesome recipes chosen from around the world.
Ingredients
- 1 large eggplant
- 3 tablespoons of oil
- 6 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese
- 2 plum tomatoes
- Basil leaves (10-12 leaves)
- balsamic vinegar (optional)
Directions
>>Preheat the broiler
1) Cut the eggplant lengthwise into thin slices, discarding the two outermost slices. (This is pretty tricky… to make things easier, partway though I cut the eggplant in half width wise, then cut the slices. They’ll make smaller rolls, but that’s fine!)
2) Brush the eggplant slices with oil. Place on the grill rack, or on a cookie sheet. Broil for 8-10 minutes, turning once. The eggplant should be tender and golden.
3) If using longer slices of eggplant… Place a slice of mozzarella, a slice of tomato, and a basil leaf in the center of the eggplant. Fold the left and right sides over the eggplant.
If using shorter slices of eggplant… Place a slice of mozzarella, a slice of tomato, and a basil leaf on one side of the eggplant. Fold the other side over top. Press down so it stays.
4) Place back into the broiler and cook until it is heated through and the mozzarella begins to melt.
5) Serve with drizzled balsamic vinegar.
