Tomato Zucchini and Grana Padano Gratin
Elevate your vegetable side dish game with this stunning Tomato Zucchini and Grana Padano Gratin, a perfect balance of fresh, vibrant produce and indulgent cheesiness. Layers of juicy tomatoes and tender zucchini are artfully arranged and topped with a flavorful breadcrumb mix infused with garlic, fresh herbs, and nutty Grana Padano cheese. Baked until bubbly and golden, this gratin boasts a delightfully crisp topping that contrasts beautifully with the tender, roasted vegetables beneath. Ready in under an hour, this easy-to-make recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or as a show-stopping side at your next gathering. Serve it warm and watch it disappear!
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Ingredients
- 3 medium Zucchini
- 3 medium Tomatoes
- 100 grams Grana Padano cheese
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Step 2
Wash the zucchini and tomatoes, then slice them evenly into 1/4-inch (6 mm) thick rounds.
Step 3
Grate the Grana Padano cheese using a fine grater and set aside.
Step 4
Finely chop the garlic and parsley, and mix them with the breadcrumbs, 2 tablespoons of Grana Padano, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, thyme, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.
Step 5
Lightly grease a baking dish with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Step 6
Arrange the zucchini and tomato slices in the dish, slightly overlapping them in alternating patterns (zucchini, tomato, zucchini, tomato).
Step 7
Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the arranged vegetables, ensuring full coverage.
Step 8
Drizzle the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over the top.
Step 9
Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and crisp, and the vegetables are tender.
Step 10
Remove from the oven, sprinkle with the remaining Grana Padano, and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Step 11
Garnish with additional parsley if desired and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1224.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1457.1 |
| Total Fat 77.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 25.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.8g | |
| Cholesterol 68mg | 0% |
| Sodium 10465.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 144.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 58.2g | |
| Protein 57.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1366.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2310.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories