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Ingredients:

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1 lb eggplant, peeled (about 1 medium)
1 lb zucchini, unpeeled
1 tsp salt
6 tbsp flour
8 tbsp olive oil
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 green bell peppers , cut into 1/2 inch strips
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 lbs tomatoes, peeled, seeded, drained and cut into 1/2-inch strips
salt & freshly ground black pepper , to taste
6 tbsp parsley, chopped
3 tbsp fresh dill, snipped
3 tbsp parmesan cheese, grated (to taste)
1 tbsp fresh basil, chopped (or 1 1/2 tsp. dried )
1 tbsp capers, rinsed and drained

Directions:

Cut eggplant crosswise into slices 1/2-inch thick, then cut each slice into strips about 1 inch wide and 2 to 3 inches long.
Quarter zucchini lengthwise then half crosswise into 2 to 3 inch lengths.
Place eggplant and zucchini in medium bowl, sprinkle with salt and toss lightly; allow to stand 30 minutes.
Drain off all liquid, rinse vegetables, and dry thoroughly with paper towels.
Toss gently in flour.
Heat 3 tablespoons oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until very hot.
Add half the eggplant and zucchini and sauté until golden; transfer to bowl.
Add 3 more tablespoons of oil and sauté remaining eggplant and zucchini; add to bowl.
Place about 2 more tablespoons of oil in same skillet and sauté onion, green pepper and garlic briefly, about 3 to 4 minutes.
Add tomatoes, salt and pepper to taste and cook about 5 minutes longer.
Place 1/3 of tomato-onion mixture in a 10 inch skillet and sprinkle with 1/3 each of parsley, dill, cheese and basil. Top with half of eggplant-zucchini mixture.
Continue layering, ending with herbs and cheese.
Cover and simmer gently over low heat 10 minutes.
Uncover, add capers and continue simmering 30 to 45 minutes, or until most of liquid has evaporated. *Make sure heat remains low to prevent scorching.
Serve hot, at room temperature, or chilled.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	240.35 Kcal (1006 kJ)
Calories from fat	144.41 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	16.05g	25%
Cholesterol	1.65mg	1%
Sodium	518.04mg	22%
Potassium	762.48mg	16%
Total Carbs	20.49g	7%
Sugars	7.59g	30%
Dietary Fiber	5.16g	21%
Protein	5.41g	11%
Vitamin C	71.4mg	119%
Vitamin A	0.7mg	25%
Iron	14.1mg	78%
Calcium	87.9mg	9%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	76.21 Kcal (319 kJ)
Calories from fat	45.79 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	5.09g	25%
Cholesterol	0.52mg	1%
Sodium	164.26mg	22%
Potassium	241.77mg	16%
Total Carbs	6.5g	7%
Sugars	2.41g	30%
Dietary Fiber	1.64g	21%
Protein	1.71g	11%
Vitamin C	22.7mg	119%
Vitamin A	0.2mg	25%
Iron	4.5mg	78%
Calcium	27.9mg	9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Find out how many calories should you eat.

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