5 from 2 votes
Easy Zucchini and Squash Gratin
Layers of zucchini, squash, tomatoes, herbs and parmesan cheese made a delicious and easy side or lunch.
Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings:
6
servings
Calories:
89 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
Mediterranean
Ingredients
- ¾ lb. zucchini
- ¾ lb. yellow summer squash
- 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
- ½ teaspoon garlic minced
- ½ cup onion finely diced
- 1 cup crushed plum tomatoes canned, unsalted, in juice
- 1 tablespoon basil fresh
- 1 tablespoon parsley fresh
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons Parmesan Cheese grated
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Spray a medium-sized baking dish with cooking spray and set aside (I used a deep 5-inch by 9-inch dish, but a 7x11-inch dish or anything similar in size will work well).
- Slice zucchini and squash into thin rounds (I like to use a mandolin to make it fast and uniform, but it’s not necessary).
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic and cook (stirring constantly) for about 1 minute. Add zucchini and squash to the skillet. Stir and cook until vegetables are tender (about 5-6 minutes). Remove from heat.
- In a small saucepan, add remaining 1 tablespoon of oil and diced onion. Cook onion over medium heat until translucent (about 2 minutes), and then add the tomatoes (with their juice) and the basil. Simmer tomatoes about 5 minutes. Stir in parsley, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Spread half of the zucchini/squash mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Cover with half of the tomato sauce from the saucepan, and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon of grated Parmesan.
- Add another layer with the remaining zucchini, top with the remaining sauce, and finish with the last 2 tablespoons of Parmesan.
- Bake for 15 minutes, or until cheese is melted and the top becomes golden brown.
- Allow dish to sit for about 10 minutes before serving.
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Notes
- Recipe inspired by Essentials of Classic Italian Cooking.
Nutrition Information
Calories
89kcal
(4%)
Carbohydrates
8g
(3%)
Protein
3g
(6%)
Fat
5g
(8%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Cholesterol
2mg
(1%)
Sodium
291mg
(12%)
Potassium
434mg
(9%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
5g
(10%)
Vitamin A
410IU
(8%)
Vitamin C
25.4mg
(28%)
Calcium
62mg
(6%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 89
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 89kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 2mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 291mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 434mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 410IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 25.4mg | 28% |
| Calcium | 62mg | 6% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.