Easy Ratatouille Recipe

This incredibly versatile ratatouille recipe is your new weeknight dinner hero! Whip up a big batch in just 70 minutes, then freeze for future meals. Enjoy it over pasta with Italian sausage or shrimp, baked atop flaky white fish, or vegetarian-style with feta and parmesan. The possibilities are endless! This simple recipe unlocks a world of delicious and easy dinners.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 172.3 kcal
Protein 6g
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Ingredients for Easy Ratatouille

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 medium eggplant, diced
  • 2 medium zucchini, diced
  • 8 ounces sliced mushrooms
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 cup dry red wine
  • 28 ounces crushed tomatoes (one 28-ounce can)
  • 15 ounces tomato sauce (one 15-ounce can)
  • 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • freshly grated parmesan cheese

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How to Make Easy Ratatouille

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 medium onion (chopped), 1 green bell pepper (chopped), 1 medium eggplant (diced), 2 medium zucchini (diced), and 8 ounces of sliced mushrooms.
  3. Sauté uncovered, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are softened, about 10 minutes.
  4. Stir in 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon dried basil, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  5. Simmer for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  6. Add 1/2 cup dry red wine and bring to a boil, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
  7. Stir in 28 ounces (one 28-ounce can) crushed tomatoes and 15 ounces (one 15-ounce can) tomato sauce. Bring to a simmer.
  8. Reduce heat to low, cover partially, and simmer gently for 30-40 minutes, or until vegetables are tender and the sauce has thickened slightly.
  9. Serve hot, topped with freshly grated parmesan cheese. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

27g

Fat

8g

Carbs

4g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Easy Ratatouille?

Easy Ratatouille takes about 90 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 70 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Easy Ratatouille?

Easy Ratatouille has approximately 172.3 calories per serving, with about 6 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 18 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Easy Ratatouille?

The key ingredients for Easy Ratatouille are Olive Oil, Garlic Cloves, Onion, Green Bell Pepper, Eggplant, Zucchini. See the full list with measurements above.

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