Savory Zucchini and Tomato Gratin
This Zucchini and Tomato Gratin is a classic French dish that beautifully combines fresh summer vegetables into a comforting and flavorful side.
Equipment
- 2 saucepans
- Casserole dish
Ingrediënten
- 2 tbsp. butter divided
- 3 tbsp. olive oil divided
- 1 medium zucchini sliced
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 4 medium tomatoes chopped finely
- ½ c. fresh bread crumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructies
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large saucepan, melt 1 tbsp.
- of butter and 1 tbsp.
- of olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the zucchini slices and cook for about 5 minutes, or until barely tender.
- Set aside.
- In a second saucepan, heat the remaining 2 tbsp.
- of olive oil.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic and cook, stirring, for about 5 minutes, or until soft.
- Reduce the heat to low and add the finely chopped tomatoes to the onion and garlic mixture.
- Cook for about 15 minutes, until the tomatoes are soft and the mixture has thickened.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Stir the cooked zucchini into the tomato sauce and pour this mixture into a casserole or gratin dish.
- Sprinkle the fresh bread crumbs evenly over the top.
- Dot with the remaining 1 tbsp.
- of butter.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the topping is golden and the gratin is heated through.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Summary
This elegant gratin is a wonderful way to showcase fresh summer vegetables. The tender zucchini is baked with a rich tomato sauce and a crunchy breadcrumb topping for a comforting and flavorful side dish.
Wine Advice A crisp, dry Rosé from Provence or a light-bodied red like a Beaujolais would pair beautifully with the fresh tomatoes and rich flavors of the gratin.
Wine Advice A crisp, dry Rosé from Provence or a light-bodied red like a Beaujolais would pair beautifully with the fresh tomatoes and rich flavors of the gratin.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 200 kcal | Carbohydrates: 15 g | Protein: 4 g | Fat: 14 g | Fiber: 4 g | Sugar: 5 g | Salt: 0.5 g
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