Looking for a colorful and hearty dish to impress your family? Ratatouille Ingredients: - 1 medium eggplant, cubed - 1 zucchini, sliced - 1 bell pepper, chopped - 1 onion, diced - 3 cloves garlic, minced - 4 ripe tomatoes, diced - 2 tablespoons olive oil - 1 teaspoon dried thyme - 1 teaspoon dried basil - Salt and pepper to taste - Fresh basil leaves for garnish Preparation Steps: 1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. 2. Add diced onion and minced garlic, sauté until translucent. 3. Stir in the chopped bell pepper and sauté for another 3 minutes. 4. Add the cubed eggplant and zucchini; cook until slightly softened. 5. Mix in the diced tomatoes, dried thyme, and dried basil. 6. Season with salt and pepper, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. 7. Once the vegetables are tender, remove from heat and let it cool slightly. 8. Serve warm, garnished with fresh basil leaves. Prep Time: 15 mins | Cooking Time: 30 mins | Total Time: 45 mins Calories: 150 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings Suggested Pairings: Serve with crusty bread or a fresh side salad to enhance your meal experience. #ratatouille #vegetabledish #healthymeals

Steamed Cabbage Simple Steamed Cabbage with Butter and Herbs Ingredients: 1 medium green cabbage, cored and cut into wedges 1 tablespoon olive oil or unsalted butter 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional) 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional) 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional) Directions: Fill a large pot with 1–2 inches of water and fit it with a steamer basket. Bring the water to a boil. Place cabbage wedges in the steamer basket. Cover with a lid. Steam the cabbage for 8–10 minutes, or until tender but still slightly crisp. Transfer the cabbage to a serving dish. Drizzle with olive oil or add butter. Season with salt, pepper, and optional garlic powder. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice before serving if desired. Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 15 minutes Kcal: 60 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #steamedcabbage #healthyvegetables #simpleveggies #easyrecipes #quickside #lowcalorierecipes #cabbagelove #vegetabledish #vegetarianrecipes #glutenfreerecipes #steamedveggies #cleanrecipes #lightmeals #herbandbutter #wholesomefood #simplecooking #veganfriendly #easyplantbased #minimalingredients #weeknightcooking Keep it light and fresh with this Simple Steamed Cabbage! Perfect as a side dish or healthy meal base. Add a touch of butter and lemon juice for the win!