Tian De Courgettes Et De Tomates

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 4

Tian de Courgettes Et de Tomates: A Hearty Vegetable Bake

by The Chefin Vegetarian

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 hr

Ready In

1 hr 30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

190

Sugar

Fat

15g

Tian de Courgettes Et de Tomates is a traditional French vegetable bake that's perfect for summer when zucchini and tomatoes are in season. The dish is simple and rustic, yet full of flavor. The thinly sliced vegetables are layered and baked with fragrant thyme, resulting in a dish that's both beautiful and delicious. It's a hearty addition to any vegetarian menu, or can be served as a side dish for meat lovers as well. This dish is best served warm or at room temperature with a crusty bread on the side to mop up the juices.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2.	In a large skillet, heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
3.	Add the thinly sliced onions and cook until they become caramelized and tender. This should take about 15 minutes.
4.	In the same skillet, add the thinly sliced zucchini and cook for another 5 minutes.
5.	Arrange the caramelized onions and zucchini in a baking dish.
6.	Layer thinly sliced tomatoes over the zucchini and onions.
7.	Sprinkle thyme, salt, and pepper over the tomatoes. Drizzle 3 tablespoons of olive oil over the tomato layer.
8.	Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
9.	Remove the foil and continue to bake for another 15 minutes or until the top is browned.
10.	Serve hot or at room temperature.

PROS

This vegetable bake is packed with nutrients from fresh zucchini and tomatoes.

It’s a hearty and delicious vegetarian main course that can also be served as a side dish.

It’s easy to make and can be prepared in advance.

CONS

This dish may not be very suitable for people who don’t like zucchini or tomatoes.

It requires some time to slice and layer the vegetables.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Zucchini is low in calories and high in fiber, which can help you feel full and aid in digestion.
Tomatoes are an excellent source of vitamin C, vitamin K, and potassium. They may also have potential health benefits for your heart and skin.

	6 tablespoons olive oil
	3 onions , thinly sliced
	2 lbs zucchini , thinly sliced ( or other summer squash )
	2 lbs tomatoes , thinly sliced
	2 teaspoons thyme
	salt and pepper