Side Dish: France – Ratatouille (Provençal Vegetable Stew)

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Serving Size: 6

Approximate Time

Prep 15 min

Cook 30 min

Total 40 min

Ingredients

1 eggplant, diced
1 zucchini, sliced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 tomatoes, chopped
2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil
1 tsp Herbes de Provence
Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sauté until softened.
2. Add eggplant, zucchini, and bell pepper, cooking until the vegetables begin to soften.
3. Stir in the tomatoes and Herbes de Provence; season with salt and pepper.
4. Cover and simmer on low heat for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until all vegetables are tender.
5. Serve warm as a side dish to complement a variety of main courses.