A classic French vegetable stew, Ratatouille is a harmonious blend of eggplant, zucchini, tomato, bell pepper, and aromatic herbs. It's a vibrant and comforting dish that's both healthy and satisfying.
Ingredients
- 1 large eggplant diced
- 2 medium zucchini sliced
- 1 large bell pepper chopped
- 3 large tomatoes diced
- 1 onion chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pan, heat one tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the eggplant and cook until it starts to soften. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, add another tablespoon of olive oil and sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant.
- Add the bell pepper, zucchini, and cooked eggplant to the pan. Stir well and cook for about 5 minutes.
- Add the tomatoes, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix everything together.
- Cover the pan and let the mixture simmer on low heat for about 30 minutes. Stir occasionally.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 250mgPotassium: 750mgFiber: 5gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 45mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg