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Roasted Eggplant Caponata

Savory Roasted Eggplant Caponata that Elevates Your Appetizers

This Roasted Eggplant Caponata is a vibrant and flavorful Mediterranean dish, perfect as an appetizer.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Vegetable Base
  • 1 large Eggplant Cubed and drained
  • 2 medium Bell Peppers Diced, mixed varieties recommended
  • 2 stalks Celery Chopped
  • 1 medium Onion Diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
For the Caponata Mixture
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes Canned
  • 2 tablespoons Capers Rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 cup Green Olives Sliced
Seasonings and Oil
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil Plus more for drizzling
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Colander

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash and cut the eggplant into 1-inch cubes. Sprinkle salt and let it drain in a colander for about 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Combine drained eggplant with bell peppers, celery, onion, and garlic in a bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat.
  3. Spread the vegetable mixture on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and caramelized.
  4. Cool the roasted vegetables slightly, then combine them with diced tomatoes, capers, and olives in a bowl. Drizzle red wine vinegar and mix well.
  5. Season with salt and pepper, cover, and let rest at room temperature for at least an hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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