Zucchini and Tomato Gratin Bake
Ingredients List
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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4 zucchini, sliced
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1 large clove garlic, crushed
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4 ounces thinly sliced mozzarella cheese
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4 large tomatoes, peeled and sliced
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¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
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salt and freshly ground black pepper
Cooking Instructions
Start by gathering all your ingredients. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and adjust the rack to the upper third of the oven.
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Warm olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, then arrange zucchini slices in a single layer. If they don’t all fit, cook in batches. Sprinkle minced garlic over the zucchini and sauté until the slices are golden brown on both sides, about 8 minutes per side. Remove from heat.
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Layer zucchini slices in a 9x12-inch glass baking dish, alternating with mozzarella cheese and tomato slices, arranging them so they slightly overlap in an organized pattern.
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Top the dish with Parmesan cheese and fresh basil, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake until the cheese is melted, golden, and the dish is bubbling, about 30 minutes.
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Chef’s Tip
If you have a bit more time, you can layer the freshly sliced zucchini in a colander, sprinkling salt between each layer. Place a plate or similar item on top and weigh it down—large bottles of water or bags of sugar work well! After about 30 minutes, you'll be surprised by how much liquid is released. You can then pat the zucchini dry with a clean cloth or paper towel (be careful not to leave any paper behind) before cooking.
For the thinnest, most uniform slices, a mandoline slicer works best.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| 412 | Calories |
| 26g | Fat |
| 25g | Carbs |
| 24g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 2 | |
| Calories 412 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 26g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat 10g | 48% |
| Cholesterol 44mg | 15% |
| Sodium 563mg | 24% |
| Total Carbohydrate 25g | 9% |
| Dietary Fiber 7g | 25% |
| Total Sugars 14g | |
| Protein 24g | 48% |
| Vitamin C 87mg | 97% |
| Calcium 648mg | 50% |
| Iron 2mg | 12% |
| Potassium 1552mg | 33% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
Evaluation :
5/5