Name: Zucchini Gratin
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 2 cloves garlic, minced; 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided; 1 teaspoon dried marjoram or thyme; 0.25 teaspoon salt; 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground pepper; 3 medium zucchini, thinly sliced (1/8 inch); 0.5 cup coarse dry breadcrumbs (see Tip), preferably whole-wheat; 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Zucchini Gratin

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This delicious zucchini gratin recipe has a delectable crispy Parmesan and breadcrumb topping and is made without any butter or cream, allowing the fresh zucchini flavor to shine. Slice the zucchini uniformly to ensure even cooking.

EatingWell Test Kitchen

Updated on August 16, 2019

Cook Time:

15 mins

Additional Time:

30 mins

Total Time:

45 mins

Servings:

Yield:

4 servings, 1 cup each

Nutrition Profile:

Low-Calorie Low Carbohydrate Vegetarian Low Added Sugars

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Ingredients

2 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 teaspoon dried marjoram or thyme
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
3 medium zucchini, thinly sliced (1/8 inch)
½ cup coarse dry breadcrumbs (see Tip), preferably whole-wheat
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

Position rack in lower third of oven; preheat to 450 degrees F. Coat a 7-by-11-inch baking dish (or similar size 2- to 2 1/2-quart dish) with cooking spray.
Combine garlic, 1 tablespoon oil, marjoram (or thyme), salt and pepper in a large bowl. Add zucchini; toss until evenly coated. Transfer to the prepared baking dish.
Roast the zucchini until softened and starting to wilt in spots, about 15 minutes.
Meanwhile, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan and the remaining 2 tablespoons oil in the bowl. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the zucchini and continue to bake until the topping is crisp, about 15 minutes more.

Tips

Tip: To make your own fresh breadcrumbs, trim crusts from whole-wheat bread. Tear bread into pieces and process in a food processor until coarse crumbs form. To make fine breadcrumbs, process until very fine. To make dry breadcrumbs, spread coarse or fine breadcrumbs on a baking sheet and bake at 250°F until dry, about 10 to 15 minutes. One slice of bread makes about 1/2 cup fresh breadcrumbs or about 1/3 cup dry breadcrumbs. For store-bought coarse dry breadcrumbs we like Ian's brand, labeled “Panko breadcrumbs.” Find them at well-stocked supermarkets.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

200	Calories
14g	Fat
14g	Carbs
6g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size 1 cup
Calories 200
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 14g	5%
Dietary Fiber 2g	9%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 6g	13%
Total Fat 14g	18%
Saturated Fat 3g	16%
Cholesterol 9mg	3%
Vitamin A 404IU	8%
Vitamin C 27mg	30%
Folate 36mcg	9%
Sodium 349mg	15%
Calcium 115mg	9%
Iron 1mg	6%
Magnesium 31mg	7%
Potassium 412mg	9%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.