Gratin of Zucchini and Yellow Squash Recipe

Name: Gratin of Zucchini and Yellow Squash
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 small zucchini, about 3/4 pound; 2 small yellow squash, about 3/4 pound; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1/2 cup finely chopped onion; 2 teaspoons finely chopped garlic; 2 sprigs fresh thyme, chopped, or 1/2 teaspoon dried; Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste; 3 medium-size ripe tomatoes, cored and cut into thin slices; 2 tablespoons basil leaves cut into small strips; 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

2 small zucchini, about 3/4 pound
2 small yellow squash, about 3/4 pound
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
2 teaspoons finely chopped garlic
2 sprigs fresh thyme, chopped, or 1/2 teaspoon dried
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
3 medium-size ripe tomatoes, cored and cut into thin slices
2 tablespoons basil leaves cut into small strips
2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese

1
Preheat the broiler.
2
Rinse the zucchini and squash and pat them dry.
3
Trim off the ends but do not peel them.
4
Slice them in thin slices crosswise.
5
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a nonstick skillet and when hot add the zucchini, squash, onion, garlic and thyme.
6
Saute over high heat, shaking the pan and tossing the vegetables gently.
7
Add salt and pepper and cook for a total of 5 minutes.
8
Spoon the mixture into a casserole or baking dish.
9
Smooth the top and arrange the sliced tomatoes in a circular pattern to cover the top.
10
Add salt and pepper and sprinkle with the strips of basil leaves and the cheese.
11
Drizzle the remaining oil over all.
12
Place under the broiler for 3 to 4 minutes or until light brown.

137

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 small zucchini, about 3/4 pound, 2 small yellow squash, about 3/4 pound, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1/2 cup finely chopped onion, and more.

Yes, Gratin of Zucchini and Yellow Squash falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Gratin of Zucchini and Yellow Squash

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