Grilled Ratatouille With Crostini and Goat Cheese Recipe (with Video)

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