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Ratatouille Soup

Hearty Ratatouille Soup: A Comforting Veggie Delight

Indulge in this Hearty Ratatouille Soup, a comforting veggie delight packed with fresh flavors and nutrients.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Soup
Cuisine: French
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Opt for extra virgin for enhanced taste.
  • 1 medium Onion Diced yellow or sweet onion.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 can Crushed Tomatoes Alternatively, use diced fresh tomatoes.
  • 1 can Tomato Sauce Enhances the richness of the broth.
  • 4 cups Vegetable Broth Can substitute with chicken broth for a richer flavor.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Chopped.
  • 1 medium Yellow Bell Pepper Chopped.
  • 1 medium Eggplant Peeled and cubed.
  • 1 medium Zucchini Sliced.
  • 1 medium Yellow Squash Sliced.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Earthy notes.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil Adjust quantity if using fresh.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Complements the vegetables.
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional for a spicy kick.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt To taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper To taste.
For Garnish
  • 1 bunch Fresh Basil Leaves For garnish.
  • ½ cup Heavy Cream Optional for a richer finish.

Equipment

  • Large Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep the Vegetables: Wash and chop all vegetables. Dice onion, mince garlic, seed and chop bell peppers, peel and cube eggplant, and slice zucchini and yellow squash.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat, add onion and sauté until translucent, then add garlic.
  3. Add Remaining Vegetables and Simmer: Combine eggplant, zucchini, and yellow squash, stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and vegetable broth.
  4. Simmer: Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 30-60 minutes.
  5. Adjust Texture and Flavor: Taste and adjust seasoning, blend part of the soup for creaminess if desired.
  6. Serve: Ladle soup into bowls, garnish with basil and cream, and serve with a baguette.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This soup can be customized with seasonal vegetables and adjusted for texture preferences.

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