Classic French Ratatouille

Name: Classic French Ratatouille
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: {'ingredient': 'Olive oil', 'amount': '2 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Onion', 'amount': '1, diced'}; {'ingredient': 'Garlic', 'amount': '3 cloves, minced'}; {'ingredient': 'Eggplant', 'amount': '1 medium, diced'}; {'ingredient': 'Zucchini', 'amount': '2 medium, diced'}; {'ingredient': 'Bell peppers', 'amount': '2 (any color), diced'}; {'ingredient': 'Tomatoes', 'amount': '4 large, diced'}; {'ingredient': 'Fresh basil', 'amount': '1/4 cup, chopped'}; {'ingredient': 'Fresh thyme', 'amount': '1 tablespoon, chopped'}; {'ingredient': 'Salt', 'amount': 'to taste'}; {'ingredient': 'Black pepper', 'amount': 'to taste'}

Dive into the sun-soaked fields of Provence with this vibrant and colorful French Ratatouille. This hearty vegetable stew showcases the natural sweetness of ripe tomatoes, the meaty texture of eggplant, and the freshness of zucchini and bell peppers, all harmoniously blended with fragrant herbs. A quintessential dish of rustic French cuisine, Ratatouille not only delights the palate but also celebrates the bounty of seasonal produce. Traditionally served with crusty French bread or over a bed of fluffy grains, this dish embodies the essence of home-cooked comfort and simplicity, making it perfect for any occasion, from family dinners to elegant gatherings. The dish has its roots in Nice, France, and has evolved through the years, becoming a symbol of summer and Mediterranean flavors.

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Olive oil (2 tablespoons)
Onion (1, diced)
Garlic (3 cloves, minced)
Eggplant (1 medium, diced)
Zucchini (2 medium, diced)
Bell peppers (2 (any color), diced)
Tomatoes (4 large, diced)
Fresh basil (1/4 cup, chopped)
Fresh thyme (1 tablespoon, chopped)
Salt (to taste)
Black pepper (to taste)

Instructions

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté until the onion is translucent and the garlic is fragrant, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the diced eggplant, zucchini, and bell peppers. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables start to soften.
Add the diced tomatoes, fresh basil, fresh thyme, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let simmer for about 25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the flavors meld together.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or pepper as desired.
Serve hot as a main course or as a side dish with crusty bread or cooked grains like quinoa or couscous.

Dietary Information

Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Main Course / Side Dish • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 35 minutes • Calories: 180 • Fat: 7g • Carbs: 25g • Protein: 3g • Sodium: 150mg • Sugar: 6g

Classic French Ratatouille

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Instructions

Dietary Information

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