
Caponata Arepa — Gluten-Free Sicilian Lunchbox Idea
Category: Lunchbox Ideas | Ready in 10 minutes | Serves 1 adult or 2 kids | Naturally gluten-free
What You Need
- 2 Zavor & Co gluten-free arepas
- 1 cup jarred or prepared caponata (eggplant relish)
- 1/4 cup shaved ricotta salata
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh basil
- 1 tsp olive oil
How to Make It
- Warm the arepas in the toaster on high, 2-3 cycles, or serve at room temperature.
- Spoon the caponata over each arepa.
- Shave the ricotta salata on top.
- Finish with basil and a drizzle of olive oil.
About This Recipe
Caponata is Sicily's sweet-and-sour eggplant relish — capers, olives, vinegar and a touch of sugar. It's traditionally served at room temperature, which makes it a natural for a packed lunch.
Keep Your Freezer Stocked for Busy Days
These recipes work because the hard part is already done. Zavor & Co delivers gluten-free arepas straight to your door — heat them from frozen in minutes and dinner is halfway there.

