Eggplant Roll Up Appetizer (Slavic Verison)
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4.8
Eggplant Roll Up Appetizer (Slavic Verison)
Description
Eggplant Roll Up Appetizer (Slavic Version) uses medium eggplants sliced thin and softened by baking or broiling, which creates a tender base for the rolls. The filling combines grated carrots and onions cooked with tomato paste and mayonnaise, adding moisture and depth, while minced garlic infuses a fragrant bite. After seasoning with salt and pepper, the mixture is spread onto the eggplant slices and rolled up, either as spirals or folded rounds, depending on the cut.
This appetizer can be served cold, offering a mild, balanced flavor from the combination of sautéed vegetables and tangy tomato paste enhanced by garlic. The preparation allows for easy make-ahead refrigeration, useful for planning small gatherings or as a light, vegetable-focused snack.
As a no-meat option that showcases the textures of softened eggplant and the vibrant filling, this appetizer is suited for those looking to try a taste inspired by Slavic home cooking traditions.
Ingredients
- 2 eggplant medium
- 2 carrot grated, large
- 1 yellow onion small
- 8 garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
- 5 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp salt adjust to taste
- 1 tsp black pepper ground
Instructions
- Rinse the eggplants under cold water. Slice them into 1/4-inch thick circles or lengthwise strips.
- Preheat oven to 450°F or low broil. Place the eggplant slices on a baking sheet. Brush each one with oil on both sides. Next, bake the eggplant until it softens (about 5 minutes). Alternatively, you can use the grill to cook the eggplant if you want a smokier flavor.
- Preheat a skillet over medium-heat with tablespoons of oil. Cook the carrots and onions until they soften. Next, add the tomato paste and mayonnaise, continually stirring the mixture to prevent it from burning. Add the pressed garlic and season the mixture to taste with salt and pepper.
- Place a spoonful of the sautéed veggie mixture at the end of each of the eggplant strips and roll them up. For the round pieces, place a spoonful of the veggie mixture in the center and fold both sides over.
- Keep the eggplant roll-ups refrigerated until you're ready to serve them. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 66 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 66kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 1mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 88mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 463mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 1875IU | 38% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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4.8
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