Baked Courgette & Tomato Gratin Recipe
This Baked Courgette & Tomato Gratin is a delicious and simple vegetable casserole featuring layered courgette and tomatoes topped with melted cheese. Baked until tender and golden, it makes for a comforting and healthy side dish or light main course.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 2 medium courgettes, sliced thinly
- 3 large ripe tomatoes, sliced
Dairy
- 1 cup shredded cheese (such as Gruyère or mozzarella)
Others
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter, for greasing the baking dish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven. Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the gratin.
- Prepare the baking dish. Lightly grease a medium-sized baking dish with olive oil or butter to prevent sticking.
- Layer the vegetables. Arrange a layer of thinly sliced courgettes on the bottom of the dish, followed by a layer of sliced tomatoes. Season each layer with salt and pepper according to taste. Repeat the layering until all vegetables are used.
- Add the cheese topping. Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top layer of vegetables to create a delicious crust.
- Bake until tender. Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35-45 minutes until the vegetables are tender and the cheese is golden and bubbly.
- Serve warm. Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- You can use a mix of cheeses such as mozzarella and Parmesan for extra flavor.
- Adding fresh herbs like thyme or basil between layers enhances the aroma and taste.
- For a vegan version, substitute cheese with a plant-based cheese alternative.
- Serve as a side dish with grilled meats or as a vegetarian main course with a fresh salad.
- Make ahead and reheat; the gratin tastes even better after resting for a few hours.
Keywords: courgette gratin, baked vegetables, tomato gratin, easy vegetable bake, vegetarian side dish
