Classic French Ratatouille Recipe
Enjoy a delightful taste of France with this Classic French Ratatouille recipe. Bursting with fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs, this traditional dish is a perfect way to bring a touch of Provence to your table.
- Author: Rita
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Eggplant:
- 2 large eggplants, diced (about 4 cups)
Zucchini:
- 3 zucchini, diced (about 3 cups)
Red Bell Peppers:
- 2 red bell peppers, diced
Ripe Tomatoes:
- 4 large ripe tomatoes, diced (about 3 cups)
Onion:
Garlic Cloves:
Olive Oil:
Thyme Leaves:
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
Basil:
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
Bay Leaves:
Salt and Pepper:
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Heat the Olive Oil: Heat olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat.
- Sauté Onions and Garlic: Add onions and garlic, sauté until softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Cook Eggplant and Bell Peppers: Add eggplant and bell peppers. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add Zucchini: Add zucchini and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Combine Tomatoes and Herbs: Add tomatoes, thyme, basil, and bay leaves. Season with salt and pepper.
- Simmer: Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Rest and Serve: Remove from heat and let stand for at least 30 minutes before serving. Adjust seasoning if necessary and remove bay leaves before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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