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Easy Ratatouille (Healthy and Delicious)

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Easy Ratatouille is a healthy, flavorful Mediterranean dish with eggplant, zucchini, bell pepper, and tomatoes. Packed with herbs and vegetables, it’s perfect as a light main or side dish. Simple, delicious, and full of nutrients!

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 garlic cloves, sliced

1 eggplant, diced

1 zucchini, diced

1 red bell pepper, diced

1 red onion, diced

½ green onion, diced

2 tomatoes, seeded and diced

2 cups crushed tomatoes

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon dried thyme

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1 teaspoon dried rosemary

2 cups vegetable broth

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Prepare the Vegetables:

  • Dice the eggplant, zucchini, red bell pepper, red onion, green onion, and tomatoes. Set them aside.

2. Sauté the Garlic and Onions:

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add garlic and red onion. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the garlic is fragrant and onions are softened.

3. Cook the Vegetables:

  • Add eggplant, zucchini, and red bell pepper. Stir occasionally and cook for 5-6 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.

4. Add Tomatoes and Seasonings:

  • Stir in diced tomatoes, crushed tomatoes, garlic powder, thyme, oregano, and rosemary. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to combine the flavors.

5. Simmer:

  • Pour in vegetable broth and season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 20-25 minutes until vegetables are tender.

6. Finish and Serve:

  • Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil or parsley if desired.

Notes

Add Protein: Boost the protein by adding chickpeas, lentils, or cooked chicken.

Spicy Kick: Add red pepper flakes or chopped chili for heat.

More Herbs: Experiment with fresh basil, parsley, or bay leaves for extra flavor.

Roasted Veggies: Roast vegetables first for a smoky flavor before simmering in broth.

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