Tempeh Ratatouille

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 lb tempeh, sliced
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 zucchini, sliced
• 2 bell peppers, diced
• 1 eggplant, diced
• 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
3. Add the tempeh slices and cook until browned on both sides, about 5 minutes.
4. Remove the tempeh from the skillet and set aside.
5. In the same skillet, sauté the onion and garlic until softened, about 5 minutes.
6. Add the zucchini, bell peppers, and eggplant and cook until slightly softened, about 5 minutes more.
7. Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, thyme, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
8. Transfer the ratatouille mixture to a large baking dish.
9. Add the tempeh slices on top of the ratatouille.
10. Pour the vegetable broth around the edges of the baking dish.
11. Sprinkle the parsley on top.
12. Bake for 30 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 250 per serving
• Fat: 10g
• Protein: 20g
• Carbohydrates: 30g
• Fiber: 5g
• Sodium: 500mg

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and flavorful
• Colorful and vibrant
• Healthy and nutritious
• Suitable for both vegetarians and meat-eaters

User Comments:

• "This Tempeh Ratatouille is absolutely delicious! It's so flavorful and satisfying."
• "I love how easy this dish is to make. It's perfect for a quick and healthy meal."
• "The combination of tempeh and vegetables in this ratatouille is genius. It's so hearty and filling."
• "I love that this ratatouille is a bit spicy. It gives it a nice kick."
• "This dish is so flavorful that I don't even miss the meat."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have vegetable broth, you can substitute chicken broth or water.
• If you want a spicier dish, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.
• You can also add other vegetables to this ratatouille, such as mushrooms or carrots.
• This ratatouille is a great way to use up leftover vegetables.