CAPONATA WITH BASIL AND PINE NUTS

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Categories     Vegetable     Appetizer     Sauté

Yield 8 cups

Number Of Ingredients 15

6 TBLS OLIVE OIL
4 CELERY STALKS, CHOPPED
2 ZUCCHINI, TRIMMED, CUT INTO 1/2" PIECES
1 EGGPLANT, TRIMMED, CUT INTO 1" PIECES
1 GREEN BELL PEPPER CUT INTO 1/2" PIECES
1 ONION, CHOPPED
3 TBLS MINCED GARLIC
4 TSP BALSAMIC VINEGAR
1 TBL SUGAR
2 1/4 LBS TOMATOES, CHOPPED
1/2 CUP DRY RED WINE
1/2 CUP CHOPPED PITTED KALAMATA OLIVES OR OTHER BRINE CURED BLACK OLIVES
3 TBLS DRAINED CAPERS
1/4 CUP CHOPPED FRESH BASIL
2 TBLS PINE NUTS, TOASTED

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tbl oil in large nonstuck skillet, over medium high heat. Add celery and saute until tender, about 4 minutes. Using slotted sppon, transfer celery to large bowl. Heat 1 tbls oil in same skillet over medium-high heat. Add zucchini and saute until tender, about three minutes. Using slotted sppon, transfer to same bowl with celery. Repeat separetly with eggplant and green bell pepper using 1 tbl oil for each batch, sauteing until tender and transferring each to bowl with other vegetables when done, about 3 minutes each. Cool vegetables. Heat 2 tbls oil in same skillet over medium high heat. Add onion and garlic, saute until tender, about 5 minutes. Add vinegar and sguar, stir until sugar melts and liquid thicknes, about 2 minutes. Add tomatoes, wine, olives and capers. Simmer until thickened, about 8 minutes. Add to sauteed vegetables, stir to blend. Season with salt and pepper. Cover; refrigerate until cold, about 2 hours. Stir basi into caponata. Sprinkle iwth pine nuts. Serve caponeta cold or at room temperature.

Mdshafin Khan
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I love the sweet and tangy flavor of this caponata.


Iam Ready
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This caponata is a delicious and healthy way to get your vegetables.


Jami Ruiz
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I love the addition of basil and pine nuts to this caponata. It gives it a unique and flavorful twist.


Arsalan Wahid
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This caponata is a great make-ahead dish. It's even better the next day.


Fran Tedder
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I've made this caponata several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great way to add some flavor to your meals.


Redi Saliaj
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This caponata is a great way to use up leftover eggplant. It's also a delicious and healthy side dish.


Ganesh Kumara
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I love the sweet and tangy flavor of this caponata. It's a perfect balance of flavors.


Andre Sanchez
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This caponata is a delicious and healthy way to get your vegetables. It's a great side dish for any meal.


Benjamin Benson Yerima
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I've never made caponata before, but this recipe made it easy. It's now one of my favorite side dishes.


Valencia Adams
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This caponata is a great make-ahead dish. It's even better the next day.


Izzy Mejia
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I love the addition of basil and pine nuts to this caponata. It gives it a unique and flavorful twist.


Najeebullah Rind
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This caponata is a great way to add some flavor to your meals. It's perfect for serving with grilled chicken or fish.


Mr Meaow 33
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I've made this caponata several times now and it's always a winner. It's a great way to use up leftover eggplant and it's also a healthy and delicious side dish.


Thabo Takadimane
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I'm not a big fan of eggplant, but I really enjoyed this caponata. The flavors are well-balanced and the eggplant is cooked perfectly.


Nontsikelelo Kgomo
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This recipe is so easy to follow and the results are delicious. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it still tastes great.


Uzairkhan khan Uzairkhan khan
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I made this caponata for a party last weekend and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


Dustin Gilliam
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This caponata is amazing! I love the sweet and sour flavor, and the pine nuts add a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again.