Portabella Mushroom Caponata Recipe

Name: Portabella Mushroom Caponata
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 4 cups diced portabella mushrooms; 1 cup coarsely chopped sweet onion; 1/2 cup diced roma tomato, seeded; 1/2 cup diced green bell pepper; 1/2 cup diced yellow bell pepper; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 cup golden raisin; 1 tablespoon toasted pine nuts; 2 tablespoons fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basil

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil
4 cups diced portabella mushrooms
1 cup coarsely chopped sweet onion
1/2 cup diced roma tomato, seeded
1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
1/2 cup diced yellow bell pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup golden raisin
1 tablespoon toasted pine nuts
2 tablespoons fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basil

1
Heat oil in a large, nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
2
Add mushrooms, onions, tomatoes, bell peppers and garlic.
3
Saute for five minutes.
4
Stir in sugar, lemon juice and salt and cook for another minute.
5
Remove from heat and stir in the raisins and pine nuts.
6
Place mixture in a bowl and add basil.
7
Serve warm or at room temperature on crostini (toasted French bread slices)**Note: To toast the pine nuts, place in a nonstick skillet over medium high heat.
8
Stir constantly until they begin to turn golden brown.
9
Remove from skillet immediately and allow to cool.

215

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 4 cups diced portabella mushrooms, 1 cup coarsely chopped sweet onion, 1/2 cup diced roma tomato, seeded, and more.

Yes, Portabella Mushroom Caponata falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Portabella Mushroom Caponata

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Variations & substitutions

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