A Savory and Filling Dish for the In-Laws (Plus, It's Gluten-Free!)


Want something hearty on those chilly fall nights? This healthy dish will warm you up from the inside out.

Serves: 4

What You Need

2 shallots, minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 small red onion, chopped
1/2 cup tomato juice
2 large zucchinis, chopped
3 large yellow squashes, chopped
2 red bell peppers, chopped
2 orange bell peppers, chopped
1 large eggplant, peeled and chopped
1 cup cherry tomatoes, chopped
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper
1/3 cup fresh basil, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh basil, finely chopped

How to Make It

Spray a large skillet with nonstick cooking spray, then sauté shallots, garlic and red onion.  Add the tomato juice and cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes. Add the remaining ingredients, and cook over medium heat for an additional 15 minutes covered, or until veggies are soft and tender.

Transfer to serving bowls. Serve warm with fresh basil.


Amie Valpone, Food Blogger
The gal behind The Healthy Apple, Amie Valpone, HHC, AADP is a Manhattan-based culinary marketing consultant specializing in gluten-free "clean" eating. Amie is also a culinary nutritionist, spending time with clients as a Food Allergy Concierge and Pantry Stylist in the big apple of Manhattan, and publisher of the all-new gluten-free online magazine, Easyeats.com.