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    Home » Blog » Side Dishes

    What to Serve with Ratatouille

    Published: Jan 11, 2022 · Modified: Jul 15, 2022 by Karin and Ken · This post may contain affiliate links. Leave a Comment

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    Ratatouille is a classic French vegetable dish that can be served as an appetizer or main course. It's typically made up of eggplant, zucchini, tomato, and onion with olive oil, garlic, and thyme. Ratatouille can also include mushrooms, bell peppers, or other vegetables depending on what you have on hand. The beauty of ratatouille is it's extremely versatile - serve it hot or cold in any season!

    Overhead shot of skillet full of ratatouille

    There are many ways to serve the dish too - you could eat it over pasta for a hearty meal or try serving it on top of crostini for an easy party appetizer. Check out some ideas below to get inspired for what to serve with ratatouille!

    WHAT IS THE HISTORY OF RATATOUILLE?

    The origins of ratatouille are a bit disputed, but it is thought to have originated in the south of France. The dish was likely created by farmers who had an abundance of vegetables and needed to find a way to use them all up. Ratatouille has been around for centuries and was even mentioned in a book published in 1831 called The Physiology of Taste by French gastronome Jean Anthelme Brillat-Savarin.

    IS RATATOUILLE A VEGETARIAN DISH

    Ratatouille is a vegetarian dish, but it can also be made with meat.

    WHAT KIND OF PASTA SHOULD I SERVE WITH RATATOUILLE

    My favorite is a short, fat pasta like rigatoni or penne.

    There are many types of pasta to choose from when serving ratatouille. The shape of the pasta helps to hold on to the sauce and vegetables. You could also try serving it with whole-grain pasta like farfalle or wheat spaghetti.

    WHY YOU SHOULD SERVE SIDES WITH RATATOUILLE

    When I'm serving ratatouille, I always make the best version found at my friends at Favorite Family Recipes, that's their picture above, it's delicious and I hope you try it.

    Regardless of which version you make it's important to have some sides to go with it. Ratatouille is a hearty dish and can be filling on its own. I like to serve mine with some simple side dishes like roasted green beans or steamed broccoli. You could also try something heavier like garlic mashed potatoes or Parmesan risotto.

    There are many different dishes that you can serve with ratatouille. If you're looking for something Italian, try serving it with pasta carbonara or veal saltimbocca.

    WHAT TO SERVE WITH RATATOUILLE

    Ratatouille can be served over pasta for a hearty meal.

    Try serving ratatouille on crostini for an easy party appetizer.

    Check out some ideas below to get inspired for what to serve with ratatouille!

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    TAKE RATATOUILLE TO THE NEXT LEVEL

    If you're looking to take ratatouille up a notch, try adding some cooked ground beef or sausage. The meat will add depth of flavor and make the dish more hearty. You could also try serving it with grilled chicken or fish for a light meal.

    Adding meat to ratatouille is optional, but it's a great way to take the dish to the next level.

    If you're looking for something a little different, try serving ratatouille with couscous or quinoa. The grains will absorb all of the delicious flavors from the vegetables and make a hearty meal.

    There are many different ways to serve ratatouille - get creative and see what you like!

    Ratatouille is a perfect dish for this time of year. It's hearty, healthy, and can be served with many types of food that are in season right now like squash or sweet potatoes.

    Overhead closeup shot of skillet full of ratatouille
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