Ratatouille with Herbes de Provence

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A rustic medley of layered summer vegetables baked with aromatic Herbes de Provence. This french-inspired vegetarian ready in about 70 minutes pairs eggplant, zucchini, yellow squash for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 50 min Serves 4 French cuisine 150 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. In a skillet, heat 1 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 sliced yellow onion, sautéing for 5 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
  2. Step 2: Spread 1 cup tomato sauce evenly over the bottom of a 9-inch round baking dish. Arrange alternating slices of 1 medium eggplant, 1 medium zucchini, 1 medium yellow squash, and 1 red bell pepper over the sauce in a circular pattern.
  3. Step 3: Drizzle the layered vegetables with 2 tbsp olive oil, sprinkle 1 tbsp Herbes de Provence, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper evenly over top.
  4. Step 4: Cover the dish with foil and bake for 35 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 15 minutes until vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
  5. Step 5: Garnish with 1/4 cup chiffonade fresh basil leaves before serving this aromatic, layered ratatouille.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Ratatouille with Herbes de Provence take to make?

Total time is about 70 minutes (20 min prep + 50 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Ratatouille with Herbes de Provence?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep eggplant from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Ratatouille with Herbes de Provence?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Ratatouille with Herbes de Provence for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Ratatouille with Herbes de Provence vegetarian?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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