French Ratatouille for Romance
Experience the romance of French cuisine with this beautiful, rustic Ratatouille for two. Made with tender, colorful vegetables and aromatic herbs, this traditional dish is perfect for a cozy, intimate dinner with your loved one.
Equipment
- Cutting board
- Sharp Knife
- Medium-sized Dutch oven or oven-safe pot with a lid
- Wooden spoon
Ingredients
- 1 Small Eggplant Diced
- 1 Small Zucchini Diced
- 1 Yellow Squash Diced
- 1 Small Red Bell Pepper Diced
- 1 Small Yellow Onion Chopped
- 2 Garlick Cloves Minced
- 1 cup Crushed Tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1/4 teaspoon Dried Thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon Dried Rosemary
- 1/4 teaspoon Dried Oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon Dried Basil
- Salt
- Pepper
- Fresh Parsley For Garnish(Optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a medium-sized Dutch oven or oven-safe pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the onions are translucent.
- Add the diced eggplant, zucchini, yellow squash, and red bell pepper to the pot. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables start to soften.
- Stir in the crushed tomatoes, thyme, rosemary, oregano, and basil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cover the pot with a lid and transfer it to the preheated oven. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the flavors have melded together.
- Remove the ratatouille from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.
Nutrition
Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 7gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 280mgPotassium: 1300mgFiber: 10gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 90mgIron: 3mg
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