Ratatouille is the perfect summer side dish for your favorite roasted chicken, grilled meats, or fish! It adds a burst of color and flavor to every meal.
2large vine-ripened tomatoes(or 3 small, cut into 1/4-inch dice)
1/2cupfresh basil leaves(finely chopped)
Instructions
Set a large skillet oven over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil, onion, garlic, and a 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften, about 3 minutes.
Add the eggplant and another 1/4 teaspoon of salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until the eggplant begins to soften, about 4 to 5 minutes.
Add the tomato paste and thyme and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute.
Add the zucchini, bell pepper, tomatoes, another pinch of salt, and a twist of black pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until all of the vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes.
Stir in the remaining 1/2 tablespoon olive oil and basil and serve.