Peperonata lucana o ciambotta

eggplant

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: cucumbers

Zucchini provides a similar texture with fewer calories.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with no dairy.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering

Add chopped onions and garlic; sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes

Stir in diced eggplant; cook until slightly softened, about 5 minutes

Add diced bell peppers and zucchini; cook for another 5 minutes

Incorporate cubed potatoes and chopped tomatoes; mix well

Season with salt, black pepper, basil, and oregano; stir to combine

Cover and simmer on low heat for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally

Check for doneness; vegetables should be tender but not mushy

Adjust seasoning as needed before serving

Serve hot, garnished with grated parmesan cheese

Cooking Techniques

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