Simple zucchini gratin

Name: Simple zucchini gratin
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 6
Cuisine: En
Ingredients: 4 medium zucchinis; 4 eggs; 20 cl of cream; 70 g of grated cheese; salt; pepper

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Main Dish

Very Easy

1 hour

224 Kcal

After pasta, rice and potato gratins, try this easy zucchini gratin! Simple, tasty and family-friendly, it’s a delicious way to get everyone to enjoy more vegetables. Perfect as a side dish for meat or fish, this vegetable gratin stands out for its golden, cheesy topping made with grated cheese. A comforting recipe that’s easy to prepare and always a hit.

Ingredients

4 medium zucchinis
4 eggs
20 cl of cream
70 g of grated cheese
salt
pepper

Materials

baking dish

Preparation

Preparation20 min

Cook time40 min

Slice the cleaned zucchinis into thin rounds. Arrange them in a baking dish.
Mix the eggs with the cream. Add salt and pepper.
Pour this mixture over the zucchinis, then sprinkle with grated cheese.
Bake for 40 minutes at 350°F/180°C.
And there you have it, your zucchini gratin is ready!

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Observations

The mixture: you can replace the egg and cream mixture with a béchamel.

How to prevent the zucchini gratin from being too watery?
To avoid a watery zucchini gratin, lightly salt the sliced zucchinis and let them drain for 30 minutes. Drain them well before using. You can also add a bit of breadcrumbs between the layers to absorb excess liquid.

What types of cheese are best for a zucchini gratin?
Cheeses like Gruyère, Comté, Parmesan, or goat cheese are excellent for gratinating.

Can you prepare the zucchini gratin in advance?
Yes, you can prepare the zucchini gratin in advance; you just need to reheat it in the oven a few minutes before enjoying it!

How to add more flavor to the zucchini gratin?
To add more flavor, you can include aromatic herbs like thyme, basil, or oregano, or even nutmeg.

Can you add protein to the zucchini gratin?
Yes, you can add proteins like cooked diced chicken, ham, bacon, or ground meat. Add them between the layers of zucchini for a more complete dish.

Can you add other vegetables?
You can vary the gratin by adding vegetables like tomatoes, peppers, or mushrooms depending on the season!

Can you use frozen zucchinis for a gratin?
Yes, you can use frozen zucchinis, but make sure to thaw and drain them well before using to avoid excess liquid in the gratin.

Nutrition

for 1 serving / for 100 g

Calories: 224Kcal

Carbo: 3.6g
Total fat: 18.3g
Saturated fat: 11.2g
Proteins: 9.7g
Fibers: 2.6g
Sugar: 3.5g
ProPoints: 6
SmartPoints: 9

Nutritional information for 1 serving (246g)

Cookware

oven

Attributes

Suitable for freezing

Keep refrigerated

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