Baked Ratatouille: A Flavorful Twist on a Classic Dish
Baked Ratatouille is a delightful variation of the traditional French dish, featuring layers of colorful vegetables baked to perfection.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis
- 2 medium eggplants
- 2 medium bell peppers
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the zucchinis, eggplants, and bell peppers into even rounds.
- In a baking dish, spread a layer of marinara sauce on the bottom.
- Arrange the sliced vegetables in an alternating pattern over the sauce.
- Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil, top with mozzarella cheese, and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the cheese is bubbling and golden.
Notes
- Allow the ratatouille to cool for a few minutes before serving.
- This dish pairs well with crusty bread or a side salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Baked Ratatouille, Vegetable Dish, Classic Ratatouille