Eggplant Caponata
Delicious Eggplant Caponata is a simple appetizer that made with roasted eggplant, tomatoes, and olives seasoned with red wine vinegar, capers, and fresh herbs. It's sweet-and-sour flavors are a favorite Italian topping for crusty bread, on pasta or with roasted meats.
Servings 14 1/2 cup servings (total yield: 7 cups)
Calories 50kcal
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds eggplant approximately 2 medium-large eggplants, cut into ½” cubes (unpeeled)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil divided
- ½ cup diced celery
- ½ cup diced onion
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 14-ounce can diced tomatoes
- ¼ cup olives pitted and roughly chopped
- 2 tablespoons capers in brine drained
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon chopped Italian parsley
- ½ teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to season
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the cubed eggplant on the baking sheet and drizzle over 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Roast the eggplant for 18-20 minutes, or until it is fork tender.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the remaining olive oil. Next add the celery and onion. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are soft.
- Add the garlic and cook for one additional minute.
- Next add the tomatoes, olives, capers, vinegar, sugar, parsley, and Italian seasoning. Stir to combine.
- Add the eggplant to the tomato sauce and cook for another 5-7 minutes or until the sauce is thick and bubbling. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Allow to cool to room temperature before serving.
Notes
Ingredient notes
Use American Globe Eggplant or Italian eggplant for best results. Serve: at room temperature or chilled. Flavor will improve 1-2 days after making. How to store Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Use American Globe Eggplant or Italian eggplant for best results. Serve: at room temperature or chilled. Flavor will improve 1-2 days after making. How to store Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 50kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 0.5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 74mg | Potassium: 136mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 64IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 0.2mg