Sicilian Eggplant-Tomato Caponata
Sicilian Eggplant-Tomato Caponata balances tender eggplant and onions with fire-roasted tomatoes, briny capers, and a whisper of cocoa, cinnamon, and allspice for a deep, layered flavor. It’s tangy, slightly sweet, and warmly spiced—great spooned over toasted bread, alongside grilled fish or chicken, or served as a vibrant antipasto at gatherings.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook40 mins
- Serves12
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Sicilian Eggplant-Tomato Caponata, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 50 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 100 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 38
- Heart Health
- 77
- Metabolic
- 28
- Digestive
- 29
- Inflammatory
- 22
- Performance
- 45
- General Wellness
- 1
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; cook the eggplant, onion, and garlic until lightly browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Add the tomatoes, red wine, and capers, then simmer until heated through, about 5 minutes.
- 2
Stir the oregano, cinnamon, allspice, cocoa powder, sugar, and bay leaf into the eggplant mixture; simmer until thickened, 30 minutes.
- 3
Add a few tablespoons of water if the mixture becomes too thick.
- 4
Remove the bay leaf.
- Calories 60.52 kcal Low Source 3%
- Protein 0.82 g Low Source 2%
- Carbohydrate 10.03 g 4%
- Total Fat 1.3 g Low Source 2%
- Saturated Fat 0.29 g Low Source 1%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.86 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 467.45 mg High 20%
- Dietary Fiber 3.61 g Moderate 13%
- Total Sugars 5.2 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 19.71 mg Low Source 2%
- Iron 0.3 mg Low Source 2%
- Potassium 176.12 mg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin A 1.81 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 0.38 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Sicilian Eggplant Tomato Caponata is an Italian appetizer recipe made with 13 ingredients. It takes about 55 mins, serves 12, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Capers, Dried Bay Leaves, Dried Oregano, and Eggplant. Each serving provides about 60.52 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Sicilian Eggplant-Tomato Caponata?
- It is an Italian recipe made with 13 ingredients, usually served for appetizer or side dish or lunch.
- What is Sicilian Eggplant-Tomato Caponata made of?
- The main ingredients are Capers, Dried Bay Leaves, Dried Oregano, Eggplant, Fire-Roasted Diced Tomatoes. The full list of 13 is above.
- How long does it take to make Sicilian Eggplant-Tomato Caponata?
- About 55 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 40 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 60.52 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Sicilian Eggplant-Tomato Caponata easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 13 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Sicilian Eggplant-Tomato Caponata healthy?
- Sicilian Eggplant-Tomato Caponata has an easyChef Pro health score of 45/100. Per serving, it provides 60.52 calories and 0.82 g of protein, or 2% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 467.45 mg (20% of the Daily Value). It contains Tomatoes, Garlic, Onions and Alcohol, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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