Ratatouille Casserole
Ratatouille casserole is a vibrant, comforting dish that celebrates the flavors of summer with layers of fresh vegetables, aromatic herbs, and gooey cheese. This Mediterranean-inspired recipe is perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, delighting everyone with its rich taste and colorful presentation.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium eggplant, diced
- 2 medium zucchinis, diced
- 2 bell peppers (mixed colors), diced
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- Dice the eggplant, zucchini, bell peppers, onions, and garlic into uniform pieces.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté onions in olive oil until translucent. Add garlic until fragrant.
- Stir in the remaining vegetables and crushed tomatoes; season with salt and pepper. Simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Layer half of the veggie mixture in the baking dish; top with half the cheese. Repeat layers.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 15–20 minutes until golden brown.
- Let sit for 10 minutes before serving hot as a main or side dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute seasonal vegetables or favorite herbs.