Caponata cups with tuna and tzatziki

Name: Caponata cups with tuna and tzatziki
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Eggplant 3.5 oz; Spring onions from Tropea 3.5 oz; Celery 1.4 oz; Datterino tomatoes 5.3 oz; Green olives pitted 2.1 oz; Salted capers 1 tsp; Garlic 2 cloves; Extra virgin olive oil 2 tbsp; Apple cider vinegar 2 spoonfuls; Brown sugar 1 tsp; Fine salt 1 tsp; Black pepper 1 tsp; Tuna filet 8.5 oz; Lemon peel 1; Salt 1 tsp; Greek yogurt 0.67 cup; Cucumbers 0.3 cup; Basil 0.7 oz; Pistachios 1 tbsp; Peeled almonds 0.8 tbsp

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263

Calories per serving

Energy Kcal 263
Carbohydrates g 6.2
of which sugars g 6
Protein g 17.8
Fats g 18.6
of which saturated fat g 5.34
Fiber g 2.8
Cholesterol mg 48
Sodium mg 591

Gluten Free

Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 15 min
Serving: 4
Cost: High

PRESENTATION

So here's the thing, these caponata cups with tuna and tzatziki are like a little party for your taste buds, bringing together the tender flavors of Sicily and the fresh tastes of Greece. Really, it’s a combo that’ll make your next get-together feel kinda special. Plus, they start with the classic Sicilian mix—eggplant, capers, and that sweet and tangy balance you find in a good caponata. Super tasty.

What makes these little caponata cups even more fun is the tuna appetizers twist. It is like a little tartare magic happening, adding a soft, savory layer that pairs so so well with the veggies. Then, the whole thing gets a cool, creamy finish with tzatziki recipes—Greek yogurt, cucumber, and herbs come together. And honestly, it gives the dish some Mediterranean zip. It's pretty much the best of both worlds for fans of Mediterranean appetizers.

And look, Sicilian caponata is famous for its versatility. Some folks might try it with swordfish instead of tuna or even mix in some cocoa sauce for an extra flavor pop. Really, just swapping in different veggies makes these caponata cups something new every time. They are also great as healthy seafood snacks since the tuna tartare keeps things fresh without feeling heavy.

Guests usually go back for seconds. And the sauce? That moist, zesty tzatziki makes every bite feel light and satisfying. You know, it's one of those easy party foods that gets everyone chatting and snacking. Plus, the Greek yogurt dip keeps things cool and herby.

Whether you're hosting a big dinner or just having friends over, this fusion appetizer lets you play with recipes in a way that’s welcoming and a bit surprising. It's a great fusion showing off culinary traditions, blending regional favorites into something really, really unique and exciting.

INGREDIENTS

263

Calories per serving

Ingredients for 4 glasses: Eggplant 3.5 oz (100 g); Spring onions 3.5 oz (100 g) - from Tropea; Celery 1.4 oz (40 g); Datterino tomatoes 5.3 oz (150 g); Green olives 2.1 oz (60 g) - pitted; Salted capers 1 tsp (5 g); Garlic 2 cloves; Extra virgin olive oil 2 tbsp (30 g); Apple cider vinegar 2 spoonfuls; Brown sugar 1 tsp; Fine salt 1 tsp; Black pepper 1 tsp

For the tuna: Tuna filet 8.5 oz (340 g); Lemon peel 1; Salt 1 tsp

For the tzatziki: Greek yogurt 0.67 cup (150 g); Cucumbers 0.3 cup (50 g); Basil 0.7 oz (20 g); Pistachios 1 tbsp (10 g); Peeled almonds 0.8 tbsp (10 g)

Preparation

How to prepare Caponata cups with tuna and tzatziki

To prepare the caponata cups with tuna and tzatziki, start with the caponata. Cut off the top of the eggplant, slice it 1 and cut into 1/2-inch cubes 2. Heat a pan with some oil and fry the cubes for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally 3.

As soon as they are toasted, drain them on absorbent paper 4. In the same pan, add another drizzle of oil and heat together with the garlic cloves, cleaned and finely sliced spring onions 5, cherry tomatoes halved 6.

Season with salt and pepper 7 and brown sugar 8. Stir and let the sugar dissolve, then deglaze with vinegar. Let it cook gently for 5 minutes 9.

Meanwhile, finely chop the desalted capers and pitted green olives, set aside for a moment 10. Do the same with almonds and pine nuts 11 and toast them in another pan, being very careful not to burn them 12.

Set these aside too and finally prepare the celery. Peel it superficially with a vegetable peeler to remove the strings 13. Finally, cut into slices 14. At this point, the cherry tomatoes should be cooked, turn off the heat, discard the garlic 15,

and add the eggplant cubes 16. Also add the celery 17, chopped olives and capers 18,

stir and let cool 19. In the meantime, prepare the tuna. Cut it into strips 20 and then into very small cubes 21.

Gather the pieces in a bowl and grate lemon zest 22, add flaked salt and mix 23. Move on to the tzatziki. In a bowl, pour in the Greek yogurt, hand-torn basil, lemon juice 34.

Add 2/3 of the toasted almond and pistachio mix 25. Then thinly slice the cucumber, cut the slices into quarters, thus obtaining 4 triangles 26 and add to the mixture. Mix gently 27.

Now you have everything ready, proceed with the composition. At the bottom of a glass, first pour the caponata, then the tuna 28, the Greek yogurt and some of the toasted nut mix 29. Continue this way with all the others and your caponata cups with tuna and tzatziki are ready to be served with a nice sprig of basil 30!

Storage

Any type of storage is discouraged once the caponata cups with tuna and tzatziki are ready.
If you prefer, you can prepare the caponata in advance and store it for a couple of days.

Advice

The caponata cups with tuna and tzatziki only lack a note of spiciness: add a few drops of Tabasco to the marinated tuna.
Vary the nuts according to your taste: hazelnuts, walnuts, and even pecans. If you miss sesame in your tuna, you just need to toast some seeds, light or dark, and always add them during the marination phase.

For safe consumption of raw, marinated or semi-cooked fish

Before consuming raw, marinated, or not perfectly cooked fish, it is recommended to freeze it for at least 96 hours at -0.4°F in a domestic freezer marked with 3 or more stars, as per the guidelines of the Ministry of Health.

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