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Classic Ratatouille Recipe

Classic Ratatouille Recipe: Fresh Flavors from Provence

This Classic Ratatouille Recipe is a vibrant, healthy vegetable stew celebrating the rich flavors of eggplant, zucchini, and bell peppers.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Vegetable Base
  • 1 medium Eggplant Choose young, firm eggplants for best flavor.
  • 2 medium Zucchini Can be substituted with yellow squash.
  • 2 medium Bell Peppers Assorted colors for visual appeal.
  • 4 medium Tomatoes Fresh tomatoes yield the best flavor.
For Sautéing
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil High-quality extra virgin for best flavor.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Herbs Thyme and basil, fresh preferred.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Begin by washing and dicing the eggplant, zucchini, and bell peppers into uniform pieces, roughly 1-inch in size. Chop the fresh tomatoes, discarding any tough cores.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced eggplant and cook for about 5 minutes until slightly golden.
  3. Incorporate the chopped zucchini and bell peppers, stirring for about 5 minutes until they soften slightly. Add the chopped tomatoes.
  4. Sprinkle in your preferred herbs, along with salt and pepper. Cover and let simmer for 30-40 minutes until vegetables are tender.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 4gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 250mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 7gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best flavor, let sit overnight in the fridge before serving. This dish can be served over polenta or as a filling in baked pastries.

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