Healthy, simple, and pretty, serve these roasted vegetables with crusty bread or even pasta.
What is Ratatouille?
Ratatouille (rat-a-too-ee) comes from Nice, France, and is actually a simple but delicious vegetarian dish (and it was also in this style in the Disney movie of the same name). There are two different ways this dish can be prepared. Either with chunked vegetables cooked in a broth resembling a vegetable stew or sliced and layered like as in this particular recipe. If time allows, I prefer the presentation and texture of this sliced and layered ratatouille recipe. The roasting adds great flavor and I love the texture of the thinly sliced vegetables. It can be served as an elegant main dish, or as a beautiful side dish with chicken or pork chops!
Ingredients/Variations
This recipe is a great way to enjoy those fresh garden veggies and a hearty and healthy vegetarian entree! VEGGIES Eggplant, tomatoes, and zucchini are sliced, then sauteed and arranged in layers in a pan. Yellow squash, peppers… add your favorite vegetables to the mixture. SAUCE Crushed tomatoes, peppers, spices, garlic, and onion simmer together to create this delicious sauce! The diced pepper (or shredded carrot) adds a bit of sweetness to balance the acidity of the tomatoes. Short on time? Replace the homemade sauce with marinara.
How to Make Ratatouille
This delicious ratatouille recipe is simple to prepare. Top with chopped basil, and serve immediately! A slice of homemade garlic bread or fresh french bread is the perfect pair for soaking up this delicious sauce! As a side dish, serve with balsamic pork loin, roasted chicken breasts, or this easy grilled salmon recipe.
Got Leftovers?
Ratatouille makes great leftovers! Especially the next day when all of the flavors have had a chance to really blend together. For leftovers, keep ratatouille in an airtight container in the refrigerator until you are ready to reheat, for up to a week. Refresh flavors with a little salt and pepper and enjoy! Ratatouille can also be served cold on a bed of salad greens for a quick and nutritious lunch at work, too!
Delicious Vegetable Side Dishes
Easy Ratatouille – made with chopped veggies Oven Baked Tomatoes – delicious garlic parmesan crust! Zucchini Casserole – just 3 main ingredients Easy Grilled Eggplant – just season, grill & serve! Easy Oven Roasted Asparagus – ready in 15 mins
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