Classic French Ratatouille

Name: Classic French Ratatouille
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: 1 large eggplant, cubed; 2 medium zucchinis, sliced; 1 red bell pepper, chopped; 4 large tomatoes, diced; 1 onion, finely chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; Salt and black pepper to taste; Fresh basil for garnish

A colorful and comforting vegetable stew that celebrates the best flavors of summer.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 French· August 4, 2026

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Prep

15 minutes

Cook

30 minutes

Total

45 minutes

Serves

Ratatouille is one of those timeless dishes that truly shines when garden vegetables are at their peak. It is a humble stew that packs in so much flavor from fresh eggplant, zucchini, and sun ripened tomatoes. I love making this on a slow weekend because the house smells incredible while it simmers.

My biggest tip for this recipe is to take your time while sautéing the vegetables. Letting them soften individually before combining them ensures the texture stays perfectly tender instead of mushy. It is such a beautiful dish to bring to the table.

Ingredients

1 large eggplant, cubed
2 medium zucchinis, sliced
1 red bell pepper, chopped
4 large tomatoes, diced
1 onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and black pepper to taste
Fresh basil for garnish

Instructions

1
Heat two tablespoons of olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
2
Add the eggplant and cook until it starts to brown, then remove it from the pan.
3
Add the remaining oil and cook the onion and bell pepper until soft.
4
Stir in the garlic, zucchini, tomatoes, thyme, and oregano.
5
Return the eggplant to the pan and season everything well with salt and pepper.
6
Cover the pan and let the stew simmer on low heat for about 20 to 25 minutes until all the vegetables are tender.
7
Remove the lid for the last few minutes to let any extra juices thicken.
8
Serve warm with a sprinkle of fresh basil on top.

💡 Tips

This stew tastes even better the next day after the flavors have had time to meld in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days. It is wonderful served over crusty bread, rice, or even pasta.

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