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Savory Rustic Ratatouille Soup with Fresh Basil

Savory Rustic Ratatouille Soup with Fresh Basil Bliss

This Savory Rustic Ratatouille Soup with Fresh Basil is a hearty, vibrant dish featuring summer vegetables and fresh basil. A comforting, healthy choice for any dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinners
Cuisine: French
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium Eggplant cut into ½-inch cubes
  • 2 medium Zucchini diced
  • 1 cup Bell Pepper chopped, red or yellow
  • 1 medium Onion diced
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 4 cups Tomatoes diced or one 14 oz can
For the Soup Base
  • 1 cup Vegetable Broth
  • 1 cup Water
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil
  • ½ teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes optional
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
  • ¼ cup Fresh Basil Leaves for garnish

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
  2. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute. Stir in chopped bell pepper and sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened.
  3. Incorporate the eggplant and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until it softens.
  4. Add diced zucchinis and let cook for another 3 minutes.
  5. Combine diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, and water. Mix thoroughly to combine.
  6. Season with dried thyme, dried basil, and optional red pepper flakes. Add salt and black pepper to taste. Bring to a boil.
  7. Lower the heat and simmer for 30–35 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning. Blend for a smoother texture if desired.
  9. Ladle into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped basil leaves.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 7gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This soup freezes well. Portion and store in airtight containers for up to 3 months.

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