Description
This Ratatouille Soup recipe is a hearty and flavorful dish that celebrates the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean. Packed with a colorful array of vegetables and aromatic herbs, this vegan and gluten-free soup is perfect for a cozy night in.
Ingredients
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Vegetable Mixture:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium eggplant, diced
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 yellow squash, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
Soup Base:
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or basil (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Saute Vegetables: In a large pot, heat olive oil and sauté onion until softened. Add garlic, eggplant, zucchini, yellow squash, and red bell pepper. Cook until vegetables soften.
- Add Ingredients: Stir in diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, thyme, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 20–25 minutes.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the soup and adjust seasoning. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley or basil.
Notes
- Pair with crusty bread or serve over rice for a heartier meal.
- For a smoother texture, blend a portion of the soup before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ½ cups
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
