Fresh Market Zucchini Gratin
A delicious and creamy zucchini gratin made with fresh market ingredients, perfect for a comforting and satisfying main dish.
Details
- Author: CuisineSavvy
- Cuisine: International
- Course: Main Dish
- Servings: 4
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Diet: Vegan, Gluten-Free
- Tags: #vegan, #glutenfree, #zucchini, #gratin, #comfortfood
Nutritional Values
This vegan and gluten-free zucchini gratin is a nutritious main dish, rich in fiber and vitamins from fresh vegetables. The addition of vegan cream provides a creamy texture without the cholesterol of traditional dairy cream.
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 200 kcal | -- |
| Total Fat | 12 g | -- |
| Saturated Fat | 3 g | -- |
| Monounsaturated Fat | -- | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | -- | |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | -- |
| Sodium | 150 mg | -- |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20 g | -- |
| Dietary Fiber | 5 g | -- |
| Total Sugars | 6 g | -- |
| Protein | 4 g | -- |
Ingredients
2 teaspoons olive oil; 3 baby round zucchinis or one large regular zucchini, sliced; 2 small red onions, sliced; 1 cup shitake mushrooms, diced (or a combo of shitake and oyster); 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 cup loosely packed basil leaves, chopped; Salt and pepper to taste; 1 cup vegan cream (or 1/2 oat milk and 1/2 coconut milk); 1 tsp chili flakes; 1/2 tsp turmeric; 1 tsp sweet paprika; Bread crumbs (optional, for topping)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced zucchini and cook until lightly browned. Add sliced red onions and cook until softened. Stir in diced mushrooms and minced garlic, cook for another 2-3 minutes. Add chopped basil leaves, salt, and pepper. In a separate bowl, mix vegan cream, chili flakes, turmeric, and sweet paprika. Pour the cream mixture over the vegetables and stir well. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish. Sprinkle with bread crumbs if using. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the top is golden and bubbly. Serve hot.
External Recipes
- Zucchini Gratin (Health Score: 65)
Allergens
None
HealthScore: 78
The score reflects a dish high in whole foods, vegetables, and plant-based fats. While the dish is nutritious, the use of oil and vegan cream moderately impacts the score.