Meaty Ratatouille
Enjoy this hearty Meaty Ratatouille, a protein-packed twist on the classic French dish. It's loaded with a variety of colorful vegetables that provide essential fiber to support a healthy gut. The addition of lean beef offers high-quality protein, making this a satisfying and nutritious meal.
Avg. Recipe Cost (US)
$20.50
Avg. Recipe Cost (UK)
£10.50
Nutritional Information (approx)
- Calories: 705 kcal
- Protein: 40 g
- Fats: 25 g
- Carbs: 80 g
- Fibre: 10 g
Tags
Dairy Free Gluten Free High Protein Dinner
Ingredients
- lean ground beef - 1 lb. (500g)
- red onions - 2 (chopped into wedges)
- garlic cloves - 4 (sliced)
- eggplant - 1 (chopped)
- zucchini - 1 (chopped)
- bell peppers - 3 (chopped)
- tomatoes - 5 (chopped)
- basil - bunch (stalk and leaves separated
- chopped) -
- olive oil - 1 tbsp.
- dried thyme - to taste
- tin chopped tomatoes - 14 oz. (400g)
Preparation Instructions
- 1. Heat a dry non-stick pan over high heat and cook the beef until browned. Transfer to a dish and set aside.
- 2. Heat half the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat, add the eggplant, zucchini and peppers. Cook for 5 minutes, then also transfer into a dish and set aside.
- 3. Add the remaining oil to the pan, and cook the onion, garlic, basil stalks and thyme for about 10 minutes.
- 4. Next, add in the cooked veg and beef alongside the chopped tomatoes, tomato paste, and vinegar. Season with salt and pepper and mix well. Simmer the veg covered, over low heat for 35 minutes.
- 5. Lastly, add in the basil leaves, lemon zest and season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix well and serve.