Dinner: Caponata II

A lower carb caponata alternative.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Nuts

Health and fertility benefits of Caponata II

Nuts are a natural source of Inositol, a derivative of Vitamin B (which is often prescribed in the form of supplements for women with PCOS). Inositol can effectively control the symptoms of PCOS by reducing insulin resistance and improving insulin sensitivity.

Ingredients

2 unpeeled eggplant
10 large olives, halved
1/2 medium onion, chopped
2 medium whole tomatoes, diced
20 pine nuts (1 tbsp)
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tbsp drained capers
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1 serving 1 packet splenda
2 tbsps white wine vinegar

Instructions

1. Salt the eggplant and leave to drain for 30 minutes.

2. Rinse, dry and fry in hot oil until brown and tender, then drain on paper.

3. Fry the onion until golden, then add tomatoes.

4. Simmer for 15-20 minutes then add the capers, pine nuts, olives and Splenda.

5. Sprinkle with the vinegar and add the eggplant and let simmer for 30 minutes to blend flavors.

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