Description
A vibrant and hearty Ratatouille Soup bursting with fresh vegetables and classic Mediterranean flavors, perfect for a comforting and healthy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium eggplant, diced
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 yellow squash, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
Liquids & Canned Goods
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth
Other Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- ¼ cup chopped fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat aromatics: Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sauté for 3–4 minutes until fragrant and soft.
- Cook eggplant: Stir in the diced eggplant and cook for 5 minutes, allowing it to soften and start releasing its flavor.
- Add remaining vegetables: Add the diced zucchini, yellow squash, and both bell peppers. Cook for another 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally until the vegetables begin to soften.
- Add tomato paste: Stir in the tomato paste to coat the vegetables evenly; this enriches the flavor base of the soup.
- Add tomatoes and broth: Pour in the diced tomatoes with their juices and the vegetable broth. Stir well to combine.
- Season the soup: Add the dried thyme, dried oregano, crushed red pepper flakes (if using), and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Simmer: Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer gently for 20–25 minutes, or until all vegetables are tender and flavors meld together.
- Final seasoning: Taste and adjust seasoning as needed to balance the flavors.
- Serve: Serve the ratatouille soup hot, garnished with chopped fresh basil or parsley to add freshness.
Notes
- For a heartier meal, add cooked white beans to the soup or serve with crusty bread on the side.
- This soup stores well and tastes even better the next day after the flavors have fully melded.
