GRILLED RATATOUILLE

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Grilled Ratatouille image

Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     dinner, weekday, appetizer, main course, side dish

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings as first or salad course

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup fruity green olive oil
4 tablespoons chopped parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
4 cloves garlic
3 or 4 small eggplants
2 red bell peppers
2 yellow bell peppers
1 medium onion, preferably sweet, peeled
3 or 4 medium zucchini
1 pound cherry tomatoes
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
Salt to taste
Ground fresh black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine olive oil, parsley, oregano and garlic. Puree in food processor or blender. Set aside.
  • Remove stems from eggplant and cut in half lengthwise. Rub some of the oil mixture over the cut surfaces.
  • Cut peppers in half; remove stems, veins and seeds. Coat with oil mixture.
  • Cut onions into slices 1/2 inch thick; coat with oil mixture.
  • Trim stems from zucchini and coat with oil mixture. Trim stems from tomatoes and toss with oil mixture.
  • Grill vegetables over a low-medium charcoal fire. The cherry tomatoes will cook very quickly; remove before they turn to mush. The peppers, onion and zucchini should be lightly colored and barely tender. The eggplant should be soft.
  • When vegetables have cooled, cut all but tomatoes into smaller pieces (leave tomatoes whole). Put in bowl.
  • Add the vinegar, basil, salt and pepper and toss. Marinate vegetables 2 to 3 hours at room temperature or overnight in refrigerator. To serve, return to room temperature.
  • When ready to serve, adjust seasonings. Additional olive oil may be necessary.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 230, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 24 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 1018 milligrams, Sugar 13 grams

mahmoud esmat
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This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I think it could have used more seasoning.


Sadame Husen
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This is a great recipe for beginners. It's easy to follow and doesn't require any special skills or equipment.


Muhammad Abad
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I love that this dish can be made ahead of time. It makes it a great option for busy weeknights.


Saith Waleed
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This dish is perfect for a summer cookout. It's light and refreshing, but still filling.


Albert Sanchez
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I've made this dish several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's a great way to get your guests to eat their vegetables.


Lilitha Manase
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook vegetables, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. It's healthy, easy, and delicious.


Hymad Pasha
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The sweetness of the tomatoes and peppers pairs perfectly with the smokiness of the eggplant.


Haya Mirza
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This dish was a bit more time-consuming than I expected, but it was worth it. The end result was a beautiful and flavorful dish.


Nour abushanab
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. The vegetables were tender and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious.


Saima Nauman
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This was a great way to use up some of the summer vegetables from my garden. It was easy to make and turned out delicious.


Md_Nur_ Uddin_Offical
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I'm not a huge fan of eggplant, but this dish changed my mind! The smokiness from the grill really brought out the flavor of the vegetables.


Ezaiah Khatia
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This grilled ratatouille was a hit at my last dinner party! The flavors were incredible, and the presentation was beautiful. I'll definitely be making this again.