What to do with leftover capers

Capers are a favourite addition to salads, pasta and savoury dishes. Find out how to use up leftover capers here.

Recipes using capers

How to use up leftover capers

  • Anchovy, chilli and caper pizza
    Spread a pizza base with tomato passata, crushed garlic, torn mozzarella and a few chopped anchovy fillets. Scatter over capers and chilli flakes, then bake at 220°C/200°C fan/gas 7 for 15-20 min until the base is golden and the cheese has melted.
  • Zingy green beans
    Coarsely chop a few tablespoons of capers, then mix with lemon juice, oil, salt and pepper. Stir into steamed green beans and garnish with lemon zest for a quick, summery side dish.
  • Roasted cauli salad
    Toss cauliflower florets with oil, salt and pepper, then roast for 25-30 min at 220°C/200°C fan/gas 7 until tender and golden. Meanwhile, whisk 3 parts olive oil with 1 part sherry vinegar and 1 part clear honey. While the roasted cauliflower is still warm, toss it in the dressing to coat, then mix with pine nuts, capers, raisins and fresh parsley.