Zucchini baked with tomatoes and cheese
4 servings
25 minutes
Zucchini baked with tomatoes and cheese is a simple yet exquisite dish that perfectly combines fresh vegetables and tender melted cheese. It originates from Russian cuisine, where baking vegetables reveals their natural flavor. Baked zucchini remains juicy, while tomatoes add a light tanginess beautifully complemented by sweet white onions. A smooth layer of cheese gives the dish richness and an appetizing stretchiness. It's an ideal option for a light dinner or appetizer that will adorn any table.
1
Slice the zucchini into not too thin rings and lay them in an even layer at the bottom of the baking dish.
- Courgette: 2 pieces
2
Sprinkle zucchini with salt
- Salt: to taste
3
Slice the tomatoes into half rings and place them on top of the zucchini.
- Tomatoes: 4 pieces
4
Chop the onion and slice it into rings, place it on top of the tomato.
- White onion: 1 piece
5
Grate half of the cheese over the onion
- Cheese: 200 g
6
Repeat everything once more and layer zucchini, tomatoes, onions, and cheese on top.
- Courgette: 2 pieces
- Tomatoes: 4 pieces
- White onion: 1 piece
- Cheese: 200 g
7
Bake in the oven for 20 minutes, until done
