This delicious Peperonata con Olive recipe is a perfect addition to toddler menus in Australia. This simple Italian dish is full of sweet and savoury flavours and is sure to become a hit with the little ones! Featuring simple pantry staples such as olive oil, capsicum, and garlic, this is a quick and easy meal that toddlers will love. This recipe is the perfect way to introduce your toddler to the mouth-watering flavours of Italian cooking.

General Information

Servings: 4
Keywords: pepperonata, olive, Italian
Calories: 140 kcal
Protein: 2 g
Carbohydrates: 7 g
Fats: 12 g
Preparation Time: 10 mins
Cooking Time: 20 mins

Ingredients

• 1 yellow bell pepper, diced into small cubes
• 1 red bell pepper, diced into small cubes
• 1 orange bell pepper, diced into small cubes
• 1 large onion, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsps of extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tbsps of white balsamic or white wine vinegar
• 2 tsps of dried oregano
• 1 can of green olives, pitted and quartered
• 1 can of black olives, pitted and quartered
• 1/2 tsp of freshly ground black pepper
• A pinch of freshly ground nutmeg

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 200 degrees celsius (392F).

2. Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.

3. Add the onion and garlic and sauté for about 4 minutes until the onion is soft.

4. Add the bell peppers and sauté for about 5 minutes until they are softened.

5. Add the balsamic vinegar, oregano and black pepper and mix to combine.

6. Transfer the pepperonata to a baking dish, spreading it out in an even layer.

7. Add the olives and give it a good stir.

8. Sprinkle the nutmeg on top.

9. Bake the pepperonata for about 20 minutes until the peppers have softened.

10. Serve hot and Enjoy!

Recommended Sides

• Quinoa
• Roasted vegetables
• Garlic bread
• A simple green salad