Sicilian aubergine, pine nut & raisin fusilli

Very Healthy
Health score
72%
Sicilian aubergine, pine nut & raisin fusilli
55 min.
4
841kcal

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Indulge in a taste of Sicily with this delightful recipe for Sicilian aubergine, pine nut & raisin fusilli. Bursting with vibrant flavors and textures, this dish brings together the richness of aubergines, the sweetness of raisins, and the crunch of toasted pine nuts, all delicately enveloped by perfectly cooked fusilli pasta. This wholesome meal not only satisfies hunger but also nourishes your body, making it an excellent choice for a healthy lunch or a comforting dinner.

With a health score of 72, this recipe showcases the best of Mediterranean ingredients, from aromatic herbs like oregano and mint to the tangy punch of capers and red wine vinegar. Each bite provides a harmonious balance of savory and sweet, making it a unique culinary experience worth sharing with family and friends. Plus, the addition of aged ricotta or vegetarian Parmesan-style cheese allows for a customizable finish, enabling everyone to enjoy their meal just the way they like it.

Ready in just 55 minutes, this dish is not only simple and quick to prepare but also a feast for the senses. Whether served as a main course or a side dish, this Sicilian-inspired fusilli promises to transport you to sun-drenched shores with every mouthful. Don’t miss the chance to relish the hearty goodness of gourmet comfort food that’s as delightful as it is nutritious!

Ingredients

  • tbsp olive oil 
  • medium onion red finely sliced
  •  garlic clove finely sliced
  • small pepper dried red chopped
  • handful oregano roughly chopped
  • medium eggplant diced
  • 50 raisins 
  • large tomatoes chopped
  • tsp tomato purée 
  • tbsp capers rinsed drained roughly chopped
  • tbsp red wine vinegar 
  • 400 rotini pasta 
  • small handful mint leaves roughly chopped
  • 50 pinenuts toasted
  • servings pecorino cheese parmesan-style (try Bookhams 'Not just a pasta cheese')

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. In a heavy based pan, heat tbsp of oil and gently cook the onion, garlic and chilli until soft with half the oregano.
  2. Meanwhile, heat 3-4 tbsp of oil in another frying pan and start browning the aubergines. Once cooked, add to the onion mixture. Fry the raisins in another tbsp oil and, when they have puffed up, add to the aubergine mix.
  3. Add the tomatoes, pure and rest of the oregano. Cook on a medium heat for 15-20 mins so all the flavours come together.
  4. Finally add the capers and the vinegar and leave on a low heat while you cook the pasta in plenty of boiling, salted water. If the mixture becomes very thick add 100ml of water. Toss the pasta through the aubergine sauce and sprinkle with fresh mint and the pine nuts.
  5. Let everyone grate over their own cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Calories841kcal
Protein14.04%
Fat34.22%
Carbs51.74%

Properties

Glycemic Index
64.45
Glycemic Load
40.1
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
36.208260992299%

Flavonoids

Delphinidin
196.23mg
Eriodictyol
0.31mg
Hesperetin
0.1mg
Naringenin
1.24mg
Apigenin
0.07mg
Luteolin
0.15mg
Isorhamnetin
1.38mg
Kaempferol
6mg
Myricetin
0.27mg
Quercetin
14.26mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:841.33kcal
42.07%
Fat:32.75g
50.39%
Saturated Fat:7.93g
49.54%
Carbohydrates:111.44g
37.15%
Net Carbohydrates:97g
35.27%
Sugar:17.54g
19.48%
Cholesterol:20.4mg
6.8%
Sodium:626.67mg
27.25%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:30.24g
60.47%
Manganese:2.89mg
144.54%
Selenium:71.23µg
101.76%
Phosphorus:590.36mg
59.04%
Fiber:14.44g
57.74%
Calcium:438.72mg
43.87%
Copper:0.84mg
41.86%
Potassium:1453.14mg
41.52%
Vitamin C:34.01mg
41.22%
Magnesium:160.22mg
40.05%
Vitamin K:41.01µg
39.06%
Vitamin A:1877.62IU
37.55%
Vitamin E:5.17mg
34.45%
Vitamin B6:0.6mg
30.1%
Folate:110.62µg
27.66%
Vitamin B3:5.17mg
25.84%
Zinc:3.85mg
25.64%
Vitamin B1:0.34mg
22.41%
Iron:4.03mg
22.38%
Vitamin B2:0.35mg
20.64%
Vitamin B5:1.48mg
14.76%
Vitamin B12:0.36µg
6%