Description
Ratatouille is a vibrant and aromatic French dish that showcases a medley of fresh summer vegetables. This colorful masterpiece not only delights the eyes but also tantalizes the taste buds with layers of flavor. Perfect for any occasion, whether served as a side or as a hearty main over rice or pasta, ratatouille is an easy way to enjoy healthy eating while impressing family and friends. Gather your ingredients and get ready to create a dish that feels like a warm hug on a plate!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium eggplant (about 300g), diced
- 2 small zucchinis (about 200g), sliced into half-moons
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
- 3 ripe tomatoes (about 300g), chopped
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and chop eggplant, zucchini, bell peppers, onion, and garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; add onions and sauté until translucent. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in diced eggplant and cook for about 7-10 minutes until starting to soften.
- Add zucchini, bell peppers, tomatoes, salt, and pepper; stir well and simmer for about 15 minutes until tender.
- Toss in basil and thyme just before serving to preserve their freshness.
- Serve warm as a side dish or over rice/pasta.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg