Dinner Tonight: Bucatini with Eggplant

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
13%
Dinner Tonight: Bucatini with Eggplant
45 min.
2
242kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your dinner game with a dish that’s not only delicious but also gluten-free and dairy-free? Look no further than this delightful Bucatini with Eggplant! This recipe is perfect for those who crave a hearty meal without the heaviness of traditional pasta dishes. With its rich flavors and satisfying textures, it’s sure to impress your taste buds and leave you feeling satisfied.

The star of this dish is the eggplant, roasted to perfection until it’s incredibly tender and bursting with flavor. Combined with the umami goodness of anchovies and the briny kick of capers, this sauce creates a symphony of tastes that will have you coming back for seconds. The addition of garlic and a splash of dry red wine adds depth and complexity, making this dish a true culinary delight.

Whether you’re serving it as a side dish, antipasti, or a light main course, Bucatini with Eggplant is versatile enough to fit any occasion. In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a meal that’s not only healthy but also packed with flavor. So gather your ingredients, fire up the oven, and get ready to impress your family or guests with this exquisite dish that celebrates the beauty of simple, wholesome ingredients!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons anchovy chopped
  • servings pepper black
  • 0.3 cup capers 
  • 0.3 cup wine dry red
  • medium eggplant 
  • cloves garlic 
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • tablespoons red wine vinegar 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • pot

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F.
  2. Place the eggplant in and let it cook for about 45 minutes, or until very, very tender.
  3. Remove, slice in half, and then scoop out the innards and shred with a couple forks.
  4. Place a large skillet over medium-low heat.
  5. Pour in the oil, and when warm, add the garlic. Cook for a few minutes until soft, but not browned.
  6. Turn the heat to medium, and add the eggplant, anchovies, and capers to the skillet. Stir until warmed. Then pour in the red wine and red wine vinegar. Cook until the liquid has thickened into a sauce.
  7. Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook the bucatini according to the directions on the box.
  8. Drain, and then add it to the skillet with the sauce. Stir until coated, and then serve. Season with black pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts

Calories242kcal
Protein10.65%
Fat59.41%
Carbs29.94%

Properties

Glycemic Index
46
Glycemic Load
2.55
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
12.039130330086%

Flavonoids

Petunidin
1mg
Delphinidin
197.48mg
Malvidin
7.87mg
Peonidin
0.56mg
Catechin
2.31mg
Epicatechin
3.2mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Isorhamnetin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
28.75mg
Myricetin
0.18mg
Quercetin
38.12mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:242.35kcal
12.12%
Fat:15.35g
23.61%
Saturated Fat:2.26g
14.11%
Carbohydrates:17.41g
5.8%
Net Carbohydrates:9.68g
3.52%
Sugar:8.23g
9.15%
Cholesterol:8.87mg
2.96%
Sodium:628.2mg
27.31%
Alcohol:3.15g
100%
Alcohol %:1.21%
100%
Protein:6.19g
12.38%
Manganese:0.68mg
33.93%
Fiber:7.72g
30.89%
Vitamin K:22.1µg
21.05%
Vitamin E:2.99mg
19.9%
Vitamin B3:3.75mg
18.73%
Potassium:621.17mg
17.75%
Copper:0.32mg
15.96%
Vitamin B6:0.29mg
14.66%
Folate:56.94µg
14.23%
Magnesium:47.61mg
11.9%
Selenium:7.2µg
10.29%
Vitamin C:7.93mg
9.61%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.4%
Phosphorus:93.41mg
9.34%
Iron:1.63mg
9.06%
Vitamin B5:0.78mg
7.82%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.57%
Calcium:63.44mg
6.34%
Zinc:0.77mg
5.11%
Vitamin A:91.34IU
1.83%
Vitamin B12:0.09µg
1.53%