Tomato Chard and Gruyere Casserole

Dive into a symphony of savory flavors with this Tomato Chard and Gruyere Casserole, a dish that perfectly combines wholesome vegetables, rich cheese, and indulgent cream for an irresistible comfort food experience. This baked casserole starts with sautéed Swiss chard, sweet onions, and fragrant garlic, layered with tangy diced tomatoes and nutty Gruyere cheese. Lightly beaten eggs and whipping cream create a luscious base, while a golden, buttery panko breadcrumb topping adds the perfect crunch. Enhanced with a touch of fresh thyme, this recipe is ideal for a vegetarian main course or a standout side dish. Ready in just an hour, it’s a versatile, crowd-pleasing option for brunch, lunch, or dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 3 cloves garlic cloves
• 1 bunch Swiss chard, stems removed and leaves chopped
• 1 15-ounce can canned diced tomatoes, drained
• 1.5 cups Gruyere cheese, grated
• 0.5 cup whipping cream
• 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
• 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1 tablespoon butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x9-inch baking dish and set it aside.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5 minutes, or until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the chopped Swiss chard to the skillet, in batches if necessary. Cook until wilted, about 5 minutes. Remove the skillet from heat.

Step 5

In a large bowl, combine the drained canned tomatoes, cooked Swiss chard mixture, 1 cup of the grated Gruyere cheese, whipping cream, eggs, fresh thyme, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to evenly incorporate all ingredients.

Step 6

Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it into an even layer.

Step 7

In a small bowl, toss the panko breadcrumbs with the melted butter until evenly coated. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the casserole.

Step 8

Top with the remaining 0.5 cup of Gruyere cheese.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbling and the top is golden brown.

Step 10

Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1207.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1868.8

Total Fat 145.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 70.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 672.5mg	0%
Sodium 5099.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 63.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.6g	0%
Total Sugars 24.2g
Protein 75.5g	0%

Vitamin D 99.1IU	0%
Calcium 1991.2mg	0%
Iron 10.5mg	0%
Potassium 2116.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 70.3%

Protein: 16.2%

Carbs: 13.5%