Easy Slow Cooker Ratatouille
If you're looking for a simple and flavorful way to enjoy garden-fresh vegetables, this Slow Cooker Ratatouille is a must-try! This easy crockpot ratatouille brings out the rich, slow-simmered flavors of zucchini, eggplant, bell peppers, and tomatoes, creating a hearty and satisfying dish. Whether served as a vegan main course, healthy side dish, or a Mediterranean-inspired appetizer, this French vegetable stew is as versatile as it is delicious.
Servings 8
Calories 61kcal
Ingredients
- 28 ounces diced tomatoes undrained
- 1 eggplant cut into ½ inch pieces
- 2 zucchini cut into ½ inch pieces
- 2 yellow squash cut into ½ inch piece
- 1 red pepper seeded and diced
- 1 onion diced
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 ½ teaspoons sea salt
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper
- ¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or chives
Instructions
- In a 5- to 6- quart slow cooker, stir together tomatoes, eggplant, zucchini, squash, , red pepper, onion, garlic, salt, Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper and black pepper.
- Cook on HIGH for 3 ½ hours or LOW for 6 to 8 hours
- Add tomato paste and parsley and cook uncovered for an additional 30 minutes.
- If desired, drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with fresh parsley or chives before serving.
Notes
Storage
Store leftovers in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.Make Ahead
You can make ratatouille ahead of time. In fact, it tastes even better the next day as the flavors have had a chance to meld together. Simply reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave.Freezing
I recommend freezing it in individual servings so that you can thaw and reheat only as much as you need. Ratatouille will keep in the freezer for up to 3 months.Reheating
Reheat on the stovetop over low heat or in the microwave. If reheating from frozen, you may need to add a little water or chicken broth to thin it out as it will thicken as it reheats.Serving Suggestions for Crockpot Ratatouille
- Serve it on top of baguette.
- Use as a stuffing for crepes.
- Serve it over gluten-free pasta with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
- Serve with a drizzle of balsamic reduction, fresh basil and pie nuts on top.
- Use it as a filling for Stromboli or Calzone.
- Serve over polenta with crumbled goat cheese and fresh basil.
Nutrition
Calories: 61kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 2g | Sodium: 597mg | Potassium: 639mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 865IU | Vitamin C: 49.1mg | Calcium: 61mg | Iron: 1.7mg