Monte Carlo Ratatouille Tart (Tarte à la ratatouille de Monte Carlo)

Tarte à la ratatouille de Monte Carlo, or Monte Carlo Ratatouille Tart, is a delicious dish from Monégasque cuisine that combines the flavors of the Mediterranean in a savory tart. This recipe is perfect for a light lunch or a flavorful appetizer.

Monte Carlo Ratatouille Tart (Tarte à la ratatouille de Monte Carlo)

Ingredients

  • 1 pre-made tart crust
  • 1 eggplant, diced
  • 2 zucchinis, diced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 bell peppers, diced
  • 4 tomatoes, chopped
  • 3 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Place the diced eggplant, zucchinis, onion, bell peppers, tomatoes, and garlic in a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, thyme, and oregano. Toss to coat the vegetables evenly.
  3. Transfer the seasoned vegetables to a baking dish and roast in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
  4. Roll out the pre-made tart crust and place it in a tart pan. Prick the bottom with a fork and bake for 10 minutes, or until lightly golden.
  5. Remove the roasted vegetables from the oven and spoon them into the pre-baked tart crust. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese on top.
  6. Return the tart to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Remove from the oven and let the tart cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
30g
Protein
8g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Baking dish Tart pan

Tools

Oven Baking sheet Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serve the Tarte à la ratatouille de Monte Carlo with a side salad of mixed greens dressed with a light vinaigrette.

Tips & tricks

For a more rustic presentation, you can also make individual tartlets using small tart pans.

Cost

$15