Easy Ratatouille French Vegetable (Print Version)

Colorful French vegetables simmered with herbs create a vibrant, flavorful main or side. Ideal for summer meals.

# Recipe Ingredients:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 medium eggplant, diced
02 - 1 medium zucchini, sliced
03 - 1 medium yellow squash, sliced
04 - 1 red bell pepper, chopped
05 - 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
06 - 1 medium onion, chopped
07 - 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
08 - 3 garlic cloves, minced

→ Pantry

09 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
10 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
11 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
12 - 1 bay leaf
13 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

→ Fresh Herbs (optional)

14 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
15 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

# Directions:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.
02 - Add onions and garlic; sauté for 3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
03 - Add diced eggplant and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
04 - Stir in zucchini, yellow squash, red bell pepper, and yellow bell pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
05 - Add chopped tomatoes, dried thyme, dried oregano, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly.
06 - Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender and flavors are melded.
07 - Remove bay leaf. Stir in fresh basil and parsley, if using.
08 - Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot, warm, or at room temperature.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses basic vegetables you can find year-round
  • Naturally vegetarian vegan and gluten free
  • Simple technique but impressive results
  • Delicious hot warm or cold
  • Ready in under an hour which makes it weeknight-friendly
02 -
  • Naturally allergy-friendly with no dairy gluten eggs nuts or soy
  • Packed with fiber vitamins and antioxidants
  • Tastes even better the next day as flavors meld in the fridge
03 -
  • Dice the vegetables evenly for best texture and visual appeal
  • Do not rush the simmering step gentle slow cooking releases all the flavors
  • Let the ratatouille sit for at least thirty minutes before serving if you have time which makes the flavors even deeper

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