Description
Baked Ratatouille with Tomatoes, Zucchini, and Eggplant is a beautiful and flavorful dish perfect for a family dinner or a gathering with friends. The balance of fresh ingredients makes it both healthy and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup crushed tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil, sliced plus extra for garnish
- 1 teaspoon herbs de Provence
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1–2 large zucchini, sliced (about 1 cup)
- 1 large Japanese eggplant, sliced (about 3 cups)
- 3 large tomatoes (Roma recommended), sliced (about 3 cups)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 6-quart baking dish with olive oil.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, sliced basil, herbs de Provence, salt, black pepper, and chili powder. Stir well to create a seasoned tomato sauce.
- Spread a thin layer of the tomato sauce on the bottom of the greased baking dish.
- Layer the sliced zucchini, eggplant, and tomatoes in an alternating pattern on top of the sauce, creating a visually appealing arrangement.
- Pour the remaining tomato sauce evenly over the layered vegetables.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil to avoid over-browning during baking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes.
- After 40 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the top is slightly golden.
- Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
- Garnish with extra sliced basil before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add more chili powder to taste.
- Feel free to substitute zucchini and eggplant with other vegetables as desired.
- This dish can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 55
- Category: Vegetable Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Ratatouille, Baked Ratatouille, Vegetable Dish, Healthy Eating, Mediterranean Cuisine, Zucchini, Eggplant, Tomatoes, Vegetarian Recipes, Comfort Food