Lightened Up Zucchini Gratin

Lightened Up Zucchini Gratin
Lightened Up Zucchini Gratin might be just the side dish you are searching for. This recipe makes 4 servings with 412 calories, 19g of protein, and 23g of fat each. This recipe covers 25% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. A mixture of kosher salt and pepper, crème fraîche, flat leaf parsley, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so flavorful. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes about 2 hours.

Instructions

1
Adjust oven rack to center position and preheat the oven to 400°F. In a medium skillet, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium-low heat.
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Add the shallot, season with salt and pepper, and cook, stirring frequently, until softened, about 2 minutes.
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Add the garlic, and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute longer.
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Add the wine, bring the mixture up to a boil, then add the crème fraîche. Stir until melted, then remove from heat.
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In a large bowl, add the zucchini, thyme, mint, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper, and add the shallot and wine mixture. Toss well and place in a lightly greased 9- by 13-inch rectangular baking dish. In another bowl, combine the crumbs, walnuts, cheese, and remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons butter with fingertips until the mixture is crumbly. Season with salt and pepper, and spread evenly over the zucchini.
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Drizzle lightly with olive oil (if using) and cover the baking dish with foil.
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Place the baking dish on a baking sheet, transfer to oven, then lower oven to 375°F.
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Bake, covered, for 1 hour and 15 minutes.
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9
Remove foil, and bake uncovered until the topping is golden brown and crisp, 5 to 10 minutes.
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10
Transfer to a cooling rack and let cool 5 minutes before serving.
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DifficultyExpert
Ready In2 hrs
Servings4
Health Score21
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