Description
Ratatouille is a classic French dish that celebrates the vibrant flavors of fresh vegetables. This colorful medley, featuring zucchini, eggplant, and bell peppers, is infused with fragrant herbs like basil and thyme. Perfect for family dinners or elegant gatherings, Ratatouille is not only visually stunning but also simple to prepare. Enjoy it as a hearty main course or a flavorful side dish, bringing the essence of seasonal produce to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchini, diced
- 1 small eggplant, diced
- 1 cup bell peppers (red and yellow), diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup canned tomatoes (crushed)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in the canned tomatoes along with basil and thyme. Let simmer for 10 minutes.
- Layer half of the tomato mixture in the baking dish. Arrange the diced vegetables on top artfully.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Serve warm with a drizzle of olive oil or balsamic glaze.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg