French Ratatouille with Fresh Herbs

Ratatouille is a classic French dish that celebrates the flavors of fresh, seasonal vegetables. 🍆🍅🌿 With a rich blend of eggplant, zucchini, bell peppers, and tomatoes, all cooked in olive oil and seasoned with aromatic fresh herbs, this dish is not only delicious but also healthy. Whether served as a main course with crusty bread or as a side, this French Ratatouille is a great way to enjoy your veggies in a delightful, vibrant way!

French Ratatouille with Fresh Herbs 🍆🍅🌿

Recipe by Mr Sam AI ChefCourse: MainCuisine: FrenchDifficulty: Easy

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

15

minutes

Cooking/ Cooling Time

45

minutes

calories per serving

180

kcal

Ingredients

• For the Ratatouille:

• 1 large eggplant, diced 🍆

• 1 zucchini, sliced

• 1 yellow squash, sliced

• 1 red bell pepper, diced 🌶️

• 1 yellow bell pepper, diced

• 1 onion, chopped 🧅

• 4 cloves garlic, minced 🧄

• 4 tomatoes, chopped 🍅

• 1/4 cup olive oil

• Salt and pepper to taste

• For the Herb Seasoning:

• 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped

• 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped

• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

• Optional: Fresh rosemary or oregano 🌿

Directions

• Prepare the Vegetables: Dice the eggplant, zucchini, squash, bell peppers, onion, and tomatoes. Set them aside.
• Cook the Vegetables: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté for 3 minutes until softened.
• Add the Veggies: Stir in the eggplant, zucchini, squash, and bell peppers. Cook for about 10 minutes until the veggies start to soften.
• Add the Tomatoes: Stir in the chopped tomatoes, thyme, basil, parsley, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until all the vegetables are tender and the flavors have melded together.
• Serve: Garnish with additional fresh herbs and serve warm with crusty bread or as a side dish.

Notes

• For an even richer flavor, let the ratatouille simmer on low heat for longer.
• You can roast the vegetables in the oven at 375°F for 30-40 minutes instead of sautéing for a slightly different texture.
• Ratatouille tastes even better the next day, so feel free to make it ahead of time!

This French Ratatouille 🍆🍅🌿 is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the best of summer vegetables together. It’s a great way to enjoy a healthy, wholesome meal that’s both light and satisfying. Whether you’re looking for a vegetarian main course or a colorful side dish, ratatouille is sure to impress!