A simple, vegetable-forward ratatouille featuring zucchini, eggplant, and peppers, perfect for a meatless main course.
Author:Sarah Peterson
Prep Time:15 min
Cook Time:30 min
Total Time:45 min
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Dinner
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:French
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium zucchini, chopped
1 medium eggplant, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried basil
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
Add zucchini, eggplant, red bell pepper, and yellow bell pepper to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables begin to soften, about 10 minutes.
Stir in diced tomatoes, thyme, and basil.
Season with salt and pepper.
Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for at least 20 minutes, or until vegetables are tender. For best flavor, simmer for 30-40 minutes.
Serve hot.
Notes
This ratatouille is excellent for meal prep and can be made ahead of time.
Serve over pasta, rice, quinoa, or with crusty bread.