Zucchini-and-Pepper Gratin with Herbs and Cheese

Zucchini-and-Pepper Gratin with Herbs and Cheese
Need a gluten free, primal, and whole 30 side dish? Zucchini-and-Pepper Gratin with Herbs and Cheese could be a spectacular recipe to try. One serving contains 180 calories, 3g of protein, and 14g of fat. This recipe serves 4. This recipe from Food and Wine requires olive oil, garlic clove, kosher salt, and tomato paste. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes about 1 hour. Zucchini-and-Pepper Gratin with Herbs and Cheese, Roasted Zucchini with Cheese and Herbs, and Zucchini Fritters with Herbs and Cheese are very similar to this recipe.

Instructions

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Cut the 2 whole zucchini into twelve 1/2-inch-thick diagonal slices each and season with salt.
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Transfer to a rack and let stand for 30 minutes. Rinse and pat dry.
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Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil in a large skillet.
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Add the onion and garlic and cook over low heat, stirring, until softened, about 4 minutes.
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Add the tomato paste and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes.
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Add the red and yellow peppers along with the diced zucchini and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened but not browned, about 6 minutes.
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Add the diced tomato and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and piment d'Espelette. Stir in the mint, oregano and basil.
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Preheat the oven to 40
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Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet. Season the zucchini slices with salt and piment d'Espelette, add them to the skillet and cook over high heat, turning once, until browned in spots, about 4 minutes. Arrange the zucchini in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish in a single layer and spoon the pepper mixture on top.
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Sprinkle with the cheese and bake in the upper third of the oven for about 25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and lightly browned.
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Serve hot or warm.
DifficultyHard
Ready In1 h
Servings4
Health Score36
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