Grilled Ratatouille With Crostini and Goat Cheese

Name: Grilled Ratatouille With Crostini and Goat Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 white onion (about 8 ounces), peeled and halved lengthwise through the root; 2 lemons, halved, seeds removed; 1 yellow or orange bell pepper (about 8 ounces), halved lengthwise, stem and seeds removed; 1 red bell pepper (about 8 ounces), halved lengthwise, stem and seeds removed; 2 medium zucchini (about 8 ounces each), sliced lengthwise 1/2-inch thick; 2 medium eggplant (about 10 ounces each), sliced lengthwise 1/2-inch thick; 8 slices crusty bread; 2 to 3 large garlic cloves, peeled; 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, more as needed; 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil; 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves, more for garnish; 1/2 teaspoon kosher sea salt, more to taste; Black pepper, to taste; 8 ounces soft, fresh goat cheese; Flaky sea salt, for serving

Servings: persons

1 white onion (about 8 ounces), peeled and halved lengthwise through the root
2 lemons, halved, seeds removed
1 yellow or orange bell pepper (about 8 ounces), halved lengthwise, stem and seeds removed
1 red bell pepper (about 8 ounces), halved lengthwise, stem and seeds removed
2 medium zucchini (about 8 ounces each), sliced lengthwise 1/2-inch thick
2 medium eggplant (about 10 ounces each), sliced lengthwise 1/2-inch thick
8 slices crusty bread
2 to 3 large garlic cloves, peeled
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, more as needed
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves, more for garnish
1/2 teaspoon kosher sea salt, more to taste
Black pepper, to taste
8 ounces soft, fresh goat cheese
Flaky sea salt, for serving

1
Heat the grill.
2
Place vegetables and lemon on grill, making sure onion and lemons are cut side down, and cover.
3
Grill lemon halves until lightly caramelized, 3 to 5 minutes total.
4
Grill onion until it is heavily charred, about 7 to 15 minutes total.
5
Grill peppers, zucchini and eggplant until charred and very soft, about 3 to 8 minutes per side total.
6
Transfer to a cutting board.
7
Grill bread until lightly charred and toasted, about 1 minute per side.
8
Halve one or two of the garlic cloves and rub cut sides on the grilled bread.
9
Mince remaining garlic clove and set aside.
10
Chop vegetables into bite-size pieces and transfer to a large bowl; toss with the juice of 3 of the grilled lemon halves, the minced garlic, olive oil, basil, thyme leaves, 1/2 teaspoon salt and some black pepper to taste.
11
Adjust seasonings as needed, adding more lemon juice (from remaining lemon half), salt or oil, or both, as needed.
12
Set aside.
13
To serve, arrange ratatouille, grilled bread and goat cheese on a large platter.
14
Sprinkle thyme leaves, pepper and flaky salt over goat cheese.
15
Or spread goat cheese on toasts, sprinkle with thyme, pepper and flaky sea salt, then top with some of the ratatouille to make crostini.

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* 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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 white onion (about 8 ounces), peeled and halved lengthwise through the root, 2 lemons, halved, seeds removed, 1 yellow or orange bell pepper (about 8 ounces), halved lengthwise, stem and seeds removed, 1 red bell pepper (about 8 ounces), halved lengthwise, stem and seeds removed, and more.

Yes, Grilled Ratatouille With Crostini and Goat Cheese 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!