Quick and Tasty Ratatouille

About this recipe

This Quick and Tasty Ratatouille is a vibrant vegetable dish packed with flavor and color. A modern twist on the classic French recipe, it combines seasonal vegetables cooked in a single pot for ease. Perfect for a weeknight meal, this dish is both nutritious and satisfying.

Ingredients

• 1 medium eggplant, diced
• 1 zucchini, sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 2 tomatoes, chopped
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Directions

1. 1

   Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

2. 2

   Add onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until translucent.

3. 3

   Stir in garlic and eggplant, cooking for 5 minutes.

4. 4

   Add zucchini, bell pepper, and tomatoes; stir well.

5. 5

   Mix in tomato paste and balsamic vinegar.

6. 6

   Season with salt and pepper, then cover and simmer for 15 minutes.

7. 7

   Remove from heat and let sit for 10 minutes before serving.

8. 8

   Garnish with fresh basil leaves.