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Ratatouille (French Vegetable Stew)

A classic ratatouille with fresh tomatoes and herbs, finished into a light, balanced dish full of natural flavor.
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Everyday Cooking
French
Kitchen Pace : 🕒🕒
Servings: 4
Recipe by NAVA Kitchen
Ratatouille in a bowl with diced eggplant, zucchini, bell peppers, and tomatoes, finished with fresh herbs.
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Ingredients:

  • 1 eggplant, diced
  • 2 zucchini, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 onion, small, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 Roma tomatoes, peeled, diced
  • 5 tbsp olive oil, divided
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh basil, optional

Method:

Start Cooking
  • Cook the eggplant: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Cook the eggplant until golden and softened. Transfer to a plate.
  • Cook the zucchini: Add 1 tbsp olive oil to the same pan. Sauté zucchini briefly until just tender but still holding its shape. Transfer and set aside.
  • Cook the peppers: Add 1 tbsp olive oil and cook peppers until slightly softened. Transfer and set aside.
  • Build the base: Add the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil. Cook onion until soft, then add garlic and cook for 30–60 seconds.
  • Add tomatoes: Stir in diced Roma tomatoes, thyme, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 5–7 minutes until the tomatoes begin to break down.
  • Combine: Return all vegetables to the pan and gently mix.
  • Simmer: Cook uncovered for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and the mixture is slightly thickened and glossy.
  • Finish: Top with fresh basil if using. Bon appétit.

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Notes:

From the kitchen
  • Cook vegetables separately to avoid steaming and keep flavors distinct.
  • Let eggplant sit undisturbed at first to develop a golden surface.
  • Keep zucchini slightly firm — it will soften more while simmering.
  • Simmer uncovered so excess moisture evaporates and the texture thickens naturally.
 
Make it yours
  • Add chickpeas for a heartier version.
  • Finish with crumbled feta or goat cheese.
  • Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for subtle heat.
 
At the table
  • Serve warm or at room temperature.
  • Pair with crusty bread or grilled protein.
  • Serve over rice or pasta.
  • Tastes even better the next day as flavors settle.

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Nutrition:

Calories: 241 kcal | Carbohydrates: 19 g | Protein: 4 g | Fat: 18 g | Saturated Fat: 3 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13 g | Sodium: 17 mg | Potassium: 837 mg | Fiber: 7 g | Sugar: 11 g | Vitamin A: 1799 IU | Vitamin C: 93 mg | Calcium: 61 mg | Iron: 2 mg
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