Ratatouille Stuffed Peppers

Ratatouille Stuffed Peppers - A Delicious Vegetarian Delight!
Looking for a delicious vegetarian dish that's packed with flavor and nutrition? Look no further than Ratatouille Stuffed Peppers! This dish is a perfect combination of fresh vegetables, herbs, and spices, all stuffed inside a sweet bell pepper. It's a great way to get your daily dose of veggies and satisfy your taste buds at the same time.

Ingredients (serves 4):

- 4 large bell peppers
- 1 eggplant, diced
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 yellow squash, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Cooking Tips:

- Choose bell peppers that are firm and have a flat bottom so they can stand upright.
- Cut off the tops of the peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
- Pre-cook the diced eggplant, zucchini, and yellow squash in a skillet with a little olive oil until they are tender.

Cooking Process:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. In a large skillet, sauté the onion and garlic until they are soft and fragrant.
3. Add the pre-cooked eggplant, zucchini, and yellow squash to the skillet and stir to combine.
4. Add the can of diced tomatoes, basil, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper to the skillet and stir to combine.
5. Simmer the mixture for 10-15 minutes until the flavors have melded together.
6. Stuff the mixture into the bell peppers and place them in a baking dish.
7. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the top of the stuffed peppers.
8. Bake the stuffed peppers in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes until the peppers are tender and the cheese is melted and golden brown.
Appearance and Taste:
Ratatouille Stuffed Peppers are a beautiful and colorful dish that will impress your guests. The peppers are tender and sweet, while the filling is bursting with flavor from the fresh herbs and spices. The Parmesan cheese adds a delicious nutty flavor and a crispy texture to the dish. This dish is perfect for a healthy and satisfying meal that will leave you feeling full and satisfied.
Type of Dish: Vegetarian Delight
3 Main Ingredients: Bell Peppers, Eggplant, Zucchini