Caponata napoletana Recipe
Ingredients
- 4-6 friselle
- 4-6 large tomatoes, cut into chunks or wedges
- Olive oil
- A pinch of dried oregano
- Salt and pepper
- Optional additional toppings:
- Green and/or black olives
- Anchovy fillets
- Fresh mozzarella, cut into cubes
- A can of tunafish, drained and crumbled
- Capers
- Red onion, chopped or finely sliced
- Fresh basil leaves
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 1135g | |
| Calories 324 | |
| Calories from Fat 72 | 22% |
| Total Fat 8.24g | 10% |
| Saturated Fat 3.98g | 16% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 22mg | 7% |
| Sodium 241mg | 10% |
| Potassium 2320mg | 66% |
| Total Carbs 54.24g | 14% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.6g | 42% |
| Sugars 36.04g | 24% |
| Protein 15.83g | 25% |
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