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
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Preheat the oven to 200 degrees celsius (392F).
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Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.
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Add the onion and garlic and sauté for about 4 minutes until the onion is soft.
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Add the bell peppers and sauté for about 5 minutes until they are softened.
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Add the balsamic vinegar, oregano and black pepper and mix to combine.
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Transfer the pepperonata to a baking dish, spreading it out in an even layer.
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Add the olives and give it a good stir.
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Sprinkle the nutmeg on top.
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Bake the pepperonata for about 20 minutes until the peppers have softened.
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Serve hot and Enjoy!
Recommended Sides
- Quinoa
- Roasted vegetables
- Garlic bread
- A simple green salad
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