Description
This Zucchini Tomato Bake is a savory and comforting dish that brings together fresh zucchini and ripe tomatoes with melted cheese and aromatic herbs. It’s an excellent way to enjoy vegetables in a hearty and delicious way, whether as a side dish or a light main course.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups sliced zucchini (about 2 medium zucchinis)
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Sauté Vegetables:
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add the sliced zucchini and cook until slightly tender, about 5 minutes.
- Combine Ingredients:
- Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the halved cherry tomatoes.
- Season with dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
- Transfer the vegetable mixture to the prepared baking dish.
- Add Cheese:
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top of the vegetables.
- Finish with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese.
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the vegetables are tender.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes.
- Garnish with chopped fresh basil if desired.
- Enjoy:
- Serve warm as a side dish or a light main course.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can include a pinch of red pepper flakes or some sliced olives.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
