Description
A vibrant and hearty Ratatouille Soup packed with fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs, simmered to perfection for a comforting and healthy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium eggplant, diced
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
Liquids & Oils
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cups vegetable broth
Herbs & Spices
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Garnish
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Heat olive oil: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat to prepare for sautéing the vegetables.
- Sauté onions: Add the chopped onion to the pot and sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onions become soft and translucent.
- Cook garlic: Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute while stirring frequently to release its aroma without burning.
- Add vegetables: Add the diced eggplant, zucchini, and bell pepper to the pot, stirring to combine with the sautéed onion and garlic.
- Softening vegetables: Cook the vegetables for 5-6 minutes until they start to soften but still retain some texture.
- Add tomatoes and broth: Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes, canned diced tomatoes along with their juice, and 4 cups of vegetable broth. Add dried basil, thyme, and oregano at this stage.
- Combine ingredients: Mix all the ingredients well to distribute the herbs and vegetables evenly.
- Simmer the soup: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes until the vegetables are tender and flavors meld.
- Season soup: Taste the soup and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper according to preference.
- Serve and garnish: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and garnish each serving with 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh parsley.
- Enjoy: Serve warm and enjoy this healthy and flavorful Ratatouille Soup.
Notes
- You can substitute vegetable broth with chicken broth if not vegetarian.
- For extra richness, add a splash of balsamic vinegar or a sprinkling of parmesan cheese when serving.
- This soup stores well and flavors develop more if allowed to sit overnight in the refrigerator.
- Use fresh herbs instead of dried for a brighter, fresher flavor if available.
- To make it spicier, add a pinch of red pepper flakes during the sautéing step.
