Classic ratatouille

Classic ratatouille

4 servings
Jamie Oliver's best ratatouille recipe shows you how to make ratatouille from scratch, and it couldn't be easier. Plus, it's packed with gorgeous veggies.

Ingredients

  • red onions
    2
  • garlic
    4 cloves
  • aubergines
    2
  • courgettes
    3
  • red or yellow peppers
    3
  • ripe tomatoes
    6
  • a bunch of fresh basil
    ½
  • olive oil
  • a few sprigs of fresh thyme
  • x 400g tin of quality plum tomatoes
    1
  • balsamic vinegar
    1 tbsp
  • a lemon
    ½

Directions

  1. 1

    Prep your ingredients before you start – peel and cut the onions into wedges, then peel and finely slice the garlic. Trim the aubergines and courgettes, deseed the peppers and chop into 2.5cm chunks. Roughly chop the tomatoes. Pick the basil leaves and set aside, then finely slice the stalks.Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large casserole pan or saucepan over a medium heat, add the chopped aubergines, courgettes and peppers (you may need to do this in batches) and fry for around 5 minutes, or until golden and softened, but not cooked through. Spoon the cooked veg into a large bowl.To the pan, add the onion, garlic, basil stalks and thyme leaves with another drizzle of oil, if needed. Fry for 10 to 15 minutes, or until softened and golden.Return the cooked veg to the pan and stir in the fresh and tinned tomatoes, the balsamic and a good pinch of sea salt and black pepper.Mix well, breaking up the tomatoes with the back of a spoon. Cover the pan and simmer over a low heat for 30 to 35 minutes, or until reduced, sticky and sweet.Tear in the basil leaves, finely grate in the lemon zest and adjust the seasoning, if needed. Serve with a hunk of bread or steamed rice.

Classic ratatouille

Classic ratatouille

5.0(4)75 min4 servings212 cal

Similar Recipes

Ratatouille

Ratatouille

This impressive one-pan side tastes like summer.

95 minutes135 kcal
Traditional French Ratatouille

Traditional French Ratatouille

This classic French ratatouille vegetable stew comes from Provence in the South of France. Serve this delicious dish as both a side or main dish.

95 minutes114 kcal
Vegetable Soup

Vegetable Soup

Vegetable Soup is packed with healthy and nutritious ingredients. Fresh vegetables in a perfectly seasoned broth base, and it cooks in one pot on the stove! Keeps for a week so leftovers are perfect for a healthy lunch.

60 minutes8 servings
Ratatouille Farro ~ Ancient Grain Summer Vegetable Stew ~ Oil-Free ~ Vegan ~ Whole Food Plant-Based

Ratatouille Farro ~ Ancient Grain Summer Vegetable Stew ~ Oil-Free ~ Vegan ~ Whole Food Plant-Based

This hearty oil-fee, grain forward, dish was inspired by ratatouille, a classic Southern French summer vegetable stew. Farro adds a satisfying whole grain chewiness to the ratatouille flavor experience in this flexible recipe that also works with barley and other grains.

50 minutes
Roasted Veggie Chickpea Bowls with Maple Dijon Tahini Dressing

Roasted Veggie Chickpea Bowls with Maple Dijon Tahini Dressing

Elevate your meal with these Roasted Veggie Chickpea Bowls, topped with a creamy, tangy Maple Dijon Tahini Dressing! This dish is a delicious combination of wholesome roasted vegetables, protein-packed chickpeas, and fluffy quinoa or rice, all brought together by a vibrant dressing that adds just the right amount of sweetness and zing. Perfect for a quick lunch or a satisfying dinner, these bowls are not only nutritious but also bursting with flavor and color. Easy to prepare and full of healthy ingredients, this recipe will quickly become a staple in your meal rotation.

40 minutes0 servings
Bruschetta Pasta

Bruschetta Pasta

Fresh tomatoes, garlic, and basil come together with olive oil and salty parmesan cheese to make delicious vegetarian Bruschetta Pasta! It's a super easy one-pot recipe that only takes 15 minutes to make!

15 minutes
Cabbage Soup

Cabbage Soup

Loaded with veggies, this easy cabbage soup recipe is not only healthy, but easy to throw together for any cozy winter meal.

45 minutes6 servings242 kcal
Easy Vegetable Soup

Easy Vegetable Soup

Easy Vegetable Soup with broccoli, potato, and more! A healthy vegan, paleo, whole30 dinner recipe

30 minutes

Ratings & Reviews

0.0/ 5
Exceptional

Based on 4 ratings

jamieoliver.com
5.0(4 reviews)
View original recipe

Rating Breakdown

About this Recipe

Classic French Ratatouille

Ratatouille is the quintessential Provençal vegetable stew that celebrates summer produce at its peak. This rustic French dish layers eggplant, zucchini, peppers, and tomatoes into a harmonious, deeply flavorful one-pan meal that's naturally vegan and absolutely delicious.

What Makes Great Ratatouille

The secret to exceptional ratatouille is patience. Each vegetable is cooked separately to develop its own flavor before everything comes together. The long, slow simmer allows the flavors to meld into something greater than the sum of its parts.

Tips for Perfect Ratatouille

  • Cut vegetables uniformly: Similar-sized pieces ensure even cooking.
  • Don't skip the browning: Sautéing each vegetable separately before combining builds layers of flavor.
  • Use ripe tomatoes: In-season tomatoes make a huge difference. Off-season, quality canned plum tomatoes are a great substitute.
  • Low and slow: The gentle simmer is essential—don't rush it.

Serving Suggestions

Serve ratatouille warm as a main dish with crusty bread, over rice or pasta, or alongside grilled fish or chicken. It's also wonderful at room temperature as part of a mezze spread. The flavors actually improve the next day.

Frequently Asked Questions