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Eggplant Caponata: A Flavorful Mediterranean Delight!

Eggplant Caponata is a flavorful Mediterranean dish made with diced eggplants, bell peppers, olives, and capers, simmered to perfection.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 medium eggplants diced into 1-inch cubes
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 1 green bell pepper diced
  • 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1/4 cup green olives pitted and chopped
  • 1/4 cup capers rinsed and drained
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil for garnish optional

Method
 

  1. Place the diced eggplant in a colander, sprinkle with salt, and let it sit for about 30 minutes to draw out excess moisture. Rinse and pat dry with paper towels.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the eggplant and sauté until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the eggplant from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the onion and garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add the red and green bell peppers to the skillet and cook for another 5 minutes until they are tender.
  5. Stir in the drained diced tomatoes, olives, capers, red wine vinegar, sugar, and the sautéed eggplant. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Remove from heat and let the caponata cool to room temperature before serving. Garnish with fresh basil if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5g

Notes

  • For a smoky flavor, try adding 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika while cooking the vegetables.
  • You can also serve the caponata over toasted bread or as a side dish with grilled meats for added texture and flavor.

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