Ratatouille: a simpleMediterranean dish

This colourful, layered ratatouille brings fresh vegetables to life, baked to perfection with aromatic garlic and herbs. An easy, stunning dish that’s delicious and healthy!
Serves 2.

Ingredients

• 2 small eggplants, sliced into rounds
• 2 med zucchini, sliced into rounds
• 3 medium tomatoes, sliced into rounds
• 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 3 Tbsp olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Fresh thyme or basil
• Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 180°C.
2. Sauté onion and garlic in 1 Tbsp
   olive oil until soft. Spread on the
   bottom of a baking dish.
3. Layer eggplant, zucchini and
   tomatoes upright, alternating slices.
4. Drizzle with remaining olive oil,
   season with salt, pepper, and herbs.
5. Cover and bake for 30-40 mins.
   Serve warm and garnish with fresh basil leaves.

Tips

• Serve with baked fish for a complete meal.
• Top with crumbled feta or grated Parmesan before baking.
• Try rosemary or oregano for a different twist.
• Serve with a side of crusty bread - perfect for soaking up the juices!