Eggplant, Zucchini, and Tomato Tian

Health score
28%
Eggplant, Zucchini, and Tomato Tian
45 min.
6
207kcal

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Welcome to a delicious journey of flavors with our Eggplant, Zucchini, and Tomato Tian! This vibrant dish is not just a feast for the eyes; it's a wholesome side that brings together the best of summer produce. Bursting with the rich flavors of freshly sliced beefsteak tomatoes, tender zucchini, and nutty Japanese eggplant, each layer in this tian is enhanced by aromatic herbs like thyme and oregano, creating a symphony of tastes that will delight your palate.

Perfect for gatherings or a cozy family dinner, this recipe is surprisingly easy to prepare and can be ready in just 45 minutes. You'll be amazed at how simple ingredients transform into an elegantly baked dish, with a crispy breadcrumb topping that contrasts beautifully with the tender vegetables beneath. Plus, it's a healthy choice, clocking in at just 207 calories per serving!

Imagine the enticing aroma of garlic wafting through your kitchen as you layer the colorful vegetables, creating a beautiful presentation that is as pleasing to the eye as it is to the taste buds. Whether served alongside grilled meats, fish, or simply enjoyed on its own, this Eggplant, Zucchini, and Tomato Tian will become a star on your dining table. So gather your ingredients and get ready to impress everyone with this delightful side dish!

Ingredients

  • pound beefsteak tomatoes peeled seeded cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black divided freshly ground
  • ounces bread baguette french
  • 0.3 cup less-sodium chicken broth fat-free
  • tablespoons flat-leaf parsley fresh chopped
  • 1.5 teaspoons thyme leaves fresh chopped
  •  garlic cloves minced
  • pound baby eggplant 
  • 1.5 tablespoons olive oil extra-virgin divided
  • teaspoons oregano fresh chopped
  • ounces parmigiano-reggiano cheese fresh grated
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt divided
  • pound zucchini 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 37
  2. Arrange eggplant and zucchini in a single layer on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Lightly coat vegetables with cooking spray.
  3. Bake at 375 for 15 minutes. Arrange half of eggplant in a single layer in an 11 x 7-inch glass or ceramic baking dish coated with cooking spray. Top with half of zucchini and half of tomato.
  4. Drizzle 2 1/4 teaspoons oil evenly over vegetables.
  5. Sprinkle vegetables evenly with 1/8 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper.
  6. Place bread in a food processor; process until coarse crumbs measure 2 cups.
  7. Add cheese and next 4 ingredients (through garlic) to processor; process until combined.
  8. Sprinkle 1 1/2 cups breadcrumb mixture evenly over tomato. Repeat layers with remaining eggplant, zucchini, tomatoes, oil, salt, pepper, and breadcrumb mixture.
  9. Pour broth over top.
  10. Bake at 375 for 1 hour or until vegetables are tender and topping is browned.

Nutrition Facts

Calories207kcal
Protein21.12%
Fat39.46%
Carbs39.42%

Properties

Glycemic Index
55.75
Glycemic Load
9.54
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
15.876087059145%

Flavonoids

Delphinidin
64.78mg
Naringenin
0.51mg
Apigenin
2.89mg
Luteolin
0.25mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Myricetin
0.31mg
Quercetin
0.99mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:206.62kcal
10.33%
Fat:9.44g
14.52%
Saturated Fat:3.81g
23.82%
Carbohydrates:21.22g
7.07%
Net Carbohydrates:16.43g
5.98%
Sugar:7.63g
8.48%
Cholesterol:12.85mg
4.28%
Sodium:564.68mg
24.55%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:11.37g
22.74%
Vitamin K:40.59µg
38.66%
Vitamin C:28.45mg
34.49%
Manganese:0.57mg
28.54%
Calcium:277.22mg
27.72%
Phosphorus:221.02mg
22.1%
Vitamin A:1093.89IU
21.88%
Fiber:4.79g
19.15%
Folate:74.66µg
18.66%
Potassium:615.94mg
17.6%
Vitamin B1:0.24mg
15.89%
Vitamin B2:0.27mg
15.72%
Vitamin B6:0.31mg
15.42%
Selenium:10.42µg
14.89%
Magnesium:50.63mg
12.66%
Vitamin B3:2.36mg
11.81%
Iron:2.03mg
11.25%
Copper:0.2mg
9.78%
Vitamin E:1.44mg
9.63%
Zinc:1.26mg
8.42%
Vitamin B5:0.61mg
6.15%
Vitamin B12:0.25µg
4.1%
Source:My Recipes