Eggplant with Capers and Olives

Transform your weeknight meals with this vibrant and flavorful Eggplant with Capers and Olives recipe. This Mediterranean-inspired dish features tender, golden-brown eggplant cubes simmered in a tangy tomato sauce infused with garlic, red onion, and aromatic oregano. Briny capers and salty Kalamata olives add a delicious burst of umami, while a touch of red pepper flakes provides subtle heat. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this versatile recipe comes together in just 40 minutes and can be served warm or at room temperature. Perfect as a hearty vegetarian main or a side dish, pair it with crusty bread, fluffy couscous, or a bed of rice for a satisfying meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium eggplant
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 small red onion
• 2 large garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons capers
• 0.5 cup pitted Kalamata olives
• 1 cup canned diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoons parsley
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dice the eggplants into 1-inch cubes. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt and place in a colander for 15 minutes to draw out moisture. Rinse and pat dry with a kitchen towel.

Step 2

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the eggplant cubes and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and tender. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

Finely dice the red onion and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 4

In the same skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the diced red onion and cook until soft, about 3 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the capers, Kalamata olives (halved if desired), diced tomatoes, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Stir to combine and let it simmer for 5 minutes.

Step 6

Return the cooked eggplant to the skillet and gently mix. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Allow the mixture to cook for another 5 minutes until the flavors meld together.

Step 7

Finely chop the parsley and sprinkle it over the dish before serving.

Step 8

Serve warm or at room temperature with crusty bread, rice, or couscous as desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1471.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1022.5

Total Fat 75.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 4.8mg	0%
Sodium 4956.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 90.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 41.4g	0%
Total Sugars 46.5g
Protein 16.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 318.3mg	0%
Iron 7.7mg	0%
Potassium 3092.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.4%

Protein: 5.9%

Carbs: 32.8%