Mediterranean Meatball Ratatouille Recipe

Name: Mediterranean Meatball Ratatouille
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 1 lb bulk mild Italian sausage; 1 (8 ounce) package sliced mushrooms; 1 small eggplant, diced; 1 zucchini, diced; 1/2 cup chopped onion; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves, divided; 2 teaspoons salt, divided; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, divided; 2 tomatoes, diced; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil; 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 lb bulk mild Italian sausage
1 (8 ounce) package sliced mushrooms
1 small eggplant, diced
1 zucchini, diced
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves, divided
2 teaspoons salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon black pepper, divided
2 tomatoes, diced
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

1
Pour 1 tablespoon olive oil into 5-quart slow cooker.
2
Shape sausage into 1-inch meatballs. Place half the meatballs in slow cooker.
3
Add half the mushrooms, eggplant and zucchini.
4
Top with onion, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon oregano, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
5
Add remaining meatballs, mushrooms, eggplant and zucchini, 1/2 teaspoon oregano, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
6
Top with remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil.
7
Cover; cook on low 6 to 7 hours.
8
Stir in diced tomatoes and tomato paste.
9
Cover; cook on low 15 minutes.
10
Stir in basil and lemon; serve.

144

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Carbs

Protein

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided, 1 lb bulk mild Italian sausage, 1 (8 ounce) package sliced mushrooms, 1 small eggplant, diced, and more.

Yes, Mediterranean Meatball Ratatouille falls under the Meat & Poultry 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!

Mediterranean Meatball Ratatouille

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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