Rustic Harvest Ratatouille
A heartwarming dish bursting with vibrant flavors, Rustic Harvest Ratatouille combines a medley of fresh summer vegetables like tomatoes, eggplant, zucchini, and bell peppers, simmered in a fragrant herb-infused tomato sauce. This comforting French classic is the perfect balance of zesty, savory, and slightly sweet. Served over couscous or crusty bread, it's a delightful meal that celebrates the bountiful flavors of the harvest.
ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 eggplant, diced
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 4 Roma tomatoes, diced
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
steps
- 1.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, sauté until fragrant and translucent.
- 2.
Add eggplant, zucchini, and bell peppers to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes until they begin to soften.
- 3.
Stir in diced tomatoes, crushed tomatoes, and tomato paste. Season with thyme, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- 4.
Serve the Ratatouille hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves.
