Zucchini and Cretan Cheese Pie With Nigella Seeds Recipe

Name: Zucchini and Cretan Cheese Pie With Nigella Seeds
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 kg zucchini; 4 medium potatoes, peeled and thinly slices; 2 kg soft fresh goat cheese or 2 kg sheep's milk cheese; 300 g feta cheese; 2 tomatoes, chopped; 2 tablespoons of fresh mint, chopped; 1 cup greek extra virgin olive oil; 1 teaspoon sesame seeds; 1 teaspoon nigella seeds; salt; pepper

Servings: persons

2 kg zucchini
4 medium potatoes, peeled and thinly slices
2 kg soft fresh goat cheese or 2 kg sheep's milk cheese
300 g feta cheese
2 tomatoes, chopped
2 tablespoons of fresh mint, chopped
1 cup greek extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon sesame seeds
1 teaspoon nigella seeds
salt
pepper

1
Thinly slice the zucchini.
2
Place in a colander in layers, sprinkling each layer with salt.
3
Let drain for several hours.
4
Mix the drained zucchini with the thinly sliced potatoes in a large bowl.
5
Add the tomatoes.
6
Lightly oil a large baking dish.
7
Spread one layer of potatoes on bottom of pan.
8
Spread soft cheese on top.
9
Cover with a layer of zucchini.
10
Sift a thin layer of flour over the mixture and spread a little of mint and cheese.
11
Repeat the procedure.
12
Spread a final layer of cheese.
13
Sprinkle the sesame on the top of the dish.
14
Cook in a medium oven at 350F (170C) for one and a half hours.
15
Let cool slightly and serve.

3005

kcal

Calories

250

Fat

Carbs

151

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 kg zucchini, 4 medium potatoes, peeled and thinly slices, 2 kg soft fresh goat cheese or 2 kg sheep's milk cheese, 300 g feta cheese, and more.

Yes, Zucchini and Cretan Cheese Pie With Nigella Seeds falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Zucchini and Cretan Cheese Pie With Nigella Seeds

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