Caponata with Garlic Crostini

Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Health score
6%
Caponata with Garlic Crostini
45 min.
8
168kcal

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Caponata with Garlic Crostini, a delightful dish that perfectly embodies the essence of Mediterranean cuisine. This vegetarian, vegan, and dairy-free recipe is not only a feast for the senses but also a healthy side dish that can be enjoyed by everyone at the table. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can easily whip up this delicious treat for gatherings or family dinners.

Caponata is a traditional Sicilian eggplant dish that combines a medley of fresh vegetables, sweet and tangy notes, and a hint of nuttiness from toasted pine nuts. The star of this dish is the tender, diced eggplant, which absorbs the rich flavors of sautéed onions, bell peppers, and garlic. The addition of golden raisins and capers adds a unique twist, balancing sweetness with a touch of brininess that will leave your taste buds dancing.

To complement this flavorful caponata, we serve it alongside crispy garlic crostini. These toasted slices of French baguette are infused with the aromatic essence of garlic, making them the perfect vehicle for scooping up the delicious vegetable medley. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply looking to elevate your weeknight meals, this Caponata with Garlic Crostini is sure to impress and satisfy. Dive into this culinary adventure and enjoy a dish that celebrates fresh ingredients and bold flavors!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons teaspoons basil dried fresh chopped
  • 10 ounces diagonally bread baguette french cut ()
  • tablespoon brown sugar 
  • tablespoons capers drained
  • pound eggplant diced
  •  garlic clove halved
  •  garlic clove minced
  • 0.3 cup golden raisins 
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • tablespoon pinenuts toasted
  • 0.5 cup bell pepper diced red
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • cup vidalia sweet coarsely chopped
  • 0.5 cup bell pepper diced yellow

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven

Directions

  1. To prepare caponata, heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add eggplant, onion, bell peppers, and minced garlic, and saute 5 minutes. Stir in sugar, lemon juice, and salt; cook 1 minute. Stir in raisins, capers, and pine nuts.
  3. Place eggplant mixture in a large bowl; stir in basil.
  4. Preheat oven to 37
  5. To prepare crostini, place bread slices on a baking sheet.
  6. Bake at 375 for 7 minutes or until toasted. Rub cut sides of garlic clove over one side of each bread slice. Coat the bread slices with cooking spray, and bake an additional 2 minutes.
  7. Serve caponata with crostini.

Nutrition Facts

Calories168kcal
Protein11.74%
Fat22.76%
Carbs65.5%

Properties

Glycemic Index
38.42
Glycemic Load
11.66
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
10.676086902618%

Flavonoids

Delphinidin
48.59mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.02mg
Eriodictyol
0.18mg
Hesperetin
0.54mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Luteolin
0.16mg
Kaempferol
2.98mg
Myricetin
0.26mg
Quercetin
6.63mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:168.39kcal
8.42%
Fat:4.43g
6.82%
Saturated Fat:0.59g
3.7%
Carbohydrates:28.68g
9.56%
Net Carbohydrates:24.78g
9.01%
Sugar:9.72g
10.8%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:372.84mg
16.21%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.14g
10.29%
Vitamin C:33.3mg
40.37%
Manganese:0.74mg
36.8%
Fiber:3.9g
15.62%
Selenium:10.71µg
15.3%
Folate:56.05µg
14.01%
Vitamin B3:2.68mg
13.42%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.76%
Iron:1.78mg
9.88%
Vitamin B6:0.18mg
9.22%
Potassium:295.45mg
8.44%
Phosphorus:83.76mg
8.38%
Copper:0.17mg
8.36%
Vitamin K:8.7µg
8.29%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.27%
Magnesium:32.76mg
8.19%
Vitamin A:353.94IU
7.08%
Calcium:62.3mg
6.23%
Vitamin B5:0.54mg
5.38%
Vitamin E:0.79mg
5.27%
Zinc:0.64mg
4.28%
Source:My Recipes