Source: iulm.it; blog.giallozafferano.it

PRESENTATION

A low-sodium main course consisting of a savory baked vegetable cake prepared with eggs, bell peppers, zucchini, potatoes, eggplant, onion, pickled capers, oregano, curry, extra virgin olive oil, and pepper.

INGREDIENTS:

Serves 4

• 6 large eggs
• 2 bell peppers (about 300 g / 10.5 oz total)
• 2 courgettes (about 300 g / 10.5 oz total)
• 3 potatoes (about 450 g / 1 lb)
• 2 eggplants (about 500 g / 1.1 lb)
• 1 Tropea onion (about 150 g / 5 oz)
• 30 g (about 2 tablespoons / 1 oz) pickled capers, rinsed
• 1 handful oregano (about 1 tablespoon dried)
• 1 tablespoon hot curry powder
• 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
• Black pepper, to taste

METOD

Wash the vegetables and slice them into not-too-thick pieces.

Place them in a bowl and season with half of the olive oil and pepper.

Peel the potatoes and cut them into thin rounds.

Arrange the potato slices on a sheet of parchment paper and brush them with an emulsion of water, olive oil, and black pepper.

Grill the potatoes in the oven until halfway cooked, then add the remaining vegetables and roast until lightly browned.

In a bowl, whisk the eggs with the oregano, capers, and curry.

Line the bottom of a cake pan with parchment paper.

Arrange the potatoes on the bottom, then layer the other vegetables on top.

Pour the egg mixture over the vegetables.

Bake in a convection oven at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes.

Turn off the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.

ALLERGENS:

• Capers: known for their ability to counteract allergy symptoms.
• Onion: possible reactivity in individuals allergic to nickel, due to its ability to concentrate this element.
• Curry: may contain mustard and other spices (check label).
• Eggplant: possible individual intolerance or cross-reactivity in individuals allergic to grasses.
• Extra virgin olive oil: allergy is uncommon; intolerance not reported.
• Oregano: reactivity possible in individuals sensitive to plants of the Lamiaceae family (thyme, sage, mint, rosemary, nepeta).
• Potatoes: possible individual intolerance; possible cross-reactivity in individuals allergic to grasses, birch, or Parietaria.
• Pepper: possible cross-reactivity in cases of spice intolerance.
• Bell peppers: possible individual intolerance or cross-reactivity in individuals allergic to grasses.
• Eggs: listed among allergens in EU Regulation 1169/2011.
• Courgettes: possible individual intolerance or cross-reactivity in individuals allergic to ragweed (Ambrosia)

NOTE

Prepare and handle under strict hygienic conditions.

Health Benefits of the Ingredients

• Wine vinegar: rich in grape polyphenols with antioxidant properties; supports immune function, helps counteract free radicals, assists in blood sugar control due to acetic acid, and helps reduce blood pressure.
• Capers: a source of antioxidants and rutin, which strengthens capillaries and inhibits platelet aggregation, supporting cardiovascular function.
• Onion: rich in selenium, supports immune function and helps stabilize blood glucose levels; provides quercetin, which helps reduce cholesterol and triglycerides and supports liver detoxification. Suitable for individuals with kidney disease.
• Curry: helps strengthen the immune system.
• Eggplant: provides flavonoids (vitamin P), antioxidants that enhance vitamin C activity, supporting immune and cardiovascular health; suitable for individuals with kidney disease and beneficial for liver function.
• Extra virgin olive oil: a source of vitamin E that protects the immune system from harmful fatty acids.
• Oregano: provides antioxidants and vitamin E, supporting immune system function.
• Potatoes: rich in carotenoids and vitamin C, powerful antioxidants that support immune and cardiovascular health and liver function.
• Pepper: contains piperine, a powerful antioxidant that improves insulin sensitivity, lowers cholesterol levels, and activates metabolism; recommended for individuals with cardiovascular conditions.
• Bell peppers: rich in vitamin C and carotenoids, powerful antioxidants that support immune function and cardiovascular health; suitable for individuals with kidney disease and beneficial for liver function.
• Eggs: a source of vitamin E that protects the immune system from harmful fatty acids.
• Courgettes: provides flavonoids (vitamin P), antioxidants that enhance vitamin C activity, supporting immune, cardiovascular, renal, and liver function.

SAFETY / INTENDED USE

Suitable for individuals with:

• Anorexia / weight loss
• Xerostomia (dry mouth)
• Constipation

Use with caution in cases of mucositis (inflammation and lesions of the oral cavity), due to spiciness.