Eggplant Ragu over Quinoa Recipe

Name: Eggplant Ragu over Quinoa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 Tablespoons Olive Oil, Divided; 1 whole Onion, Diced; 1 Tablespoon Minced Garlic; 2 whole Eggplants (medium), Diced; 1- 1/2 whole Red Peppers, Diced; 1- 1/2 whole Tomatoes, Diced; Salt And Pepper, to taste; 2 teaspoons Balsamic Vinegar; 1 teaspoon White Wine Vinegar; 4 Tablespoons Basil Pesto (optional); Cooked Quinoa, To Serve

Servings: persons

3 Tablespoons Olive Oil, Divided
1 whole Onion, Diced
1 Tablespoon Minced Garlic
2 whole Eggplants (medium), Diced
1- 1/2 whole Red Peppers, Diced
1- 1/2 whole Tomatoes, Diced
Salt And Pepper, to taste
2 teaspoons Balsamic Vinegar
1 teaspoon White Wine Vinegar
4 Tablespoons Basil Pesto (optional)
Cooked Quinoa, To Serve

1
Add 1 tablespoon oil to pan over medium heat and cook onions until translucent.
2
Add garlic, cook 1-2 minutes.
3
Add eggplant and remaining oil.
4
Cook for a few minutes, then add peppers, continuing to cook and stir to combine.
5
Add tomatoes, salt, pepper, balsamic and white wine vinegar.
6
Continue to cook 4-5 minutes.
7
Reduce heat to low, cover and cook 20-30 minutes or until cooked through.
8
Remove from heat.
9
Add arugula garlic pesto (optional).
10
Serve over quinoa.

144

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 Tablespoons Olive Oil, Divided, 1 whole Onion, Diced, 1 Tablespoon Minced Garlic, 2 whole Eggplants (medium), Diced, and more.

Yes, Eggplant Ragu over Quinoa falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Eggplant Ragu over Quinoa

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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