Zucchini with tomatoes and cheese
4 servings
40 minutes
This simple yet elegant recipe combines tender zucchini, juicy tomatoes, and aromatic cheese into a harmonious dish filled with Mediterranean flavor. Italian cuisine is renowned for its ability to transform simple ingredients into exquisite treats, and this baked vegetable duet is a prime example. The tenderness of the baked zucchini contrasts with the slight tanginess of the tomatoes, while the gooey melted cheese adds richness and a pleasant texture to the dish. The egg and milk mixture makes the dish even softer and more delicate, creating a delightful creamy structure. This dish is perfect as a light standalone meal or as a side to meat and fish, bringing the comfort and warmth of homey Italian cooking to every bite.
1
Slice the zucchini and tomato into rounds, and salt them.
- Zucchini: 1 piece
- Tomatoes: 1 piece
2
Place the vegetables in a dish, either in layers or in the form of ratatouille, alternating with each other. Sprinkle with spices on top and spread with sour cream.
- Spices: to taste
- Sour cream: 2 tablespoons
3
Mix the egg with milk and pour this mixture over the zucchini.
- Chicken egg: 1 piece
- Milk: 50 ml
4
Bake in the oven for about 30 minutes at 180 degrees.
5
After half an hour, grate the cheese and sprinkle it over the vegetables, bake for another 5 minutes.
- Cheese: 100 g