Pisto Manchego with Toasted Bread

Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
93%
Pisto Manchego with Toasted Bread

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Looking for a delightful dish that’s not only bursting with flavor but also incredibly healthy? Look no further than Pisto Manchego with Toasted Bread! This traditional Spanish dish is a vibrant mix of fresh vegetables that will tantalize your taste buds while keeping your health in check. With its colorful medley of eggplants, red bell peppers, and tomatoes, Pisto is a feast for the eyes and the palate.

This recipe is perfect for anyone seeking a vegetarian, vegan, or dairy-free option, making it an ideal choice for gatherings or simply a nutritious side dish to elevate any meal. With a health score of 93, you can indulge guilt-free while enjoying the rich, robust flavors that come from high-quality ingredients like extra virgin olive oil and fresh vegetables.

The toasty baguette rounds served alongside add a delightful crunch, making each bite a perfect combination of textures. Whether served warm or at room temperature, this dish promises to impress family and friends alike. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s a quick and satisfying way to nourish yourself and your loved ones. Dive into this wholesome, flavorful experience that celebrates the essence of Mediterranean cuisine, and savor every moment spent enjoying this wonderful dish!

Ingredients

  •  crusty baguette cut into 3/4 inch rounds.
  • medium eggplant diced
  • 0.5 cup olive oil extra virgin 
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • servings bell pepper 
  •  bell pepper diced red
  •  onion diced red
  • servings salt 
  •  tomatoes diced

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • oven

Directions

  1. To Make Pisto: In a large saucepan, heat 3 tablespoons olive oil over medium high heat.
  2. Add onions and eggplant and saute until onion is translucent, about 8 minutes.
  3. Add red peppers and saute for another five minutes.
  4. Add tomatoes and lower heat to medium low. Cover and cook until vegetables are soft, about 20 minutes.
  5. Stir in 1/2 cup olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  6. To Make Toasts: Preheat oven to 375°F.
  7. Lay baguette rounds across a baking sheet in a single layer and sprinkle with olive oil.
  8. Bake until golden, about 6 minutes.
  9. Serve pisto warm or at room temperature with toasts alongside.

Nutrition Facts

Calories318kcal
Protein10.89%
Fat28.09%
Carbs61.02%

Properties

Glycemic Index
38.46
Glycemic Load
19.76
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
30.744347862575%

Flavonoids

Delphinidin
196.23mg
Naringenin
0.56mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
1.21mg
Isorhamnetin
1.84mg
Kaempferol
0.35mg
Myricetin
0.12mg
Quercetin
8.46mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:317.98kcal
15.9%
Fat:10.6g
16.3%
Saturated Fat:1.6g
9.99%
Carbohydrates:51.79g
17.26%
Net Carbohydrates:38.37g
13.95%
Sugar:21.88g
24.31%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:469.34mg
20.41%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:9.24g
18.48%
Vitamin C:266.67mg
323.23%
Vitamin A:6794.95IU
135.9%
Manganese:1.08mg
54.13%
Fiber:13.42g
53.66%
Folate:203.24µg
50.81%
Vitamin B6:0.91mg
45.42%
Vitamin E:5.51mg
36.7%
Potassium:1232.36mg
35.21%
Vitamin B1:0.48mg
32.23%
Vitamin B3:5.8mg
29.01%
Vitamin K:30.35µg
28.9%
Vitamin B2:0.41mg
24.03%
Magnesium:78.81mg
19.7%
Phosphorus:175.17mg
17.52%
Iron:3.14mg
17.46%
Copper:0.33mg
16.58%
Vitamin B5:1.53mg
15.32%
Selenium:8.23µg
11.76%
Calcium:94.74mg
9.47%
Zinc:1.38mg
9.21%