Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsFrench Market BistroRatatouille Recipe

Ratatouille Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

A traditional French vegetable dish.

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Ingredients

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Vegetables

Other Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Chop the Vegetables

    Dice the zucchini, eggplant, bell pepper, and onion into small, even pieces. Chop the tomatoes into cubes and mince the garlic.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Herbs

    Rinse the fresh basil and thyme under cold water. Pat dry and set aside.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Heat the Olive Oil

    In a large skillet or sauté pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.

  2. 4

    Sauté the Onions and Garlic

    Add the diced onions and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes or until the onions are translucent.

  3. 5

    Add the Eggplant and Bell Pepper

    Stir in the diced eggplant and bell pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until they start to soften.

  4. 6

    Incorporate Zucchini and Tomatoes

    Add the zucchini and chopped tomatoes to the skillet. Season with salt, black pepper, and balsamic vinegar. Stir to combine.

  5. 7

    Simmer the Mixture

    Reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet. Let the mixture simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally until all vegetables are tender.

  6. 8

    Finish with Herbs

    Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the fresh basil and thyme. Adjust seasoning to taste.

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