Vegetable Tian

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Nutritional Info

Servings Per Recipe: 6
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 59.3

Total Fat: 0.8 g
Cholesterol: 1.2 mg
Sodium: 352.9 mg
Total Carbs: 15.5 g
Dietary Fiber: 3.7 g
Protein: 2.9 g

View full nutritional breakdown of Vegetable Tian calories by ingredient

Introduction

Originating in Provence, a tian is a French word that describes a shallow earthenware casserole as well as the food it contains. Traditionally it features a variety of vegetables, herbs and cheeses that are layered and then baked. Originating in Provence, a tian is a French word that describes a shallow earthenware casserole as well as the food it contains. Traditionally it features a variety of vegetables, herbs and cheeses that are layered and then baked.

Minutes to Prepare: 10

Minutes to Cook: 70

Number of Servings: 6

Ingredients

2 medium zucchini, sliced 1/4" thick

1 medium yellow potato, sliced 1/4" thick

2 Roma tomatoes, sliced 1/4" thick

1 14 ounce can of tomato sauce

3 garlic cloves, crushed or minced

1 tsp oregano

pinch cayenne pepper

1 tsp Mrs. Dash Garlic & Herb

1 Tbsp fresh basil, minced or 1 tsp dry

2 Tbsp shredded Parmesan cheese

Tips

Traditional tian has onions as a bottom layer that have been sauted in oil until translucent, then the layers of squash, potatoes and tomatoes are added on top. I omit it from my recipe because my daughter is allergic.

Directions

Preheat oven to 350º

Mix together tomato sauce, garlic and spices.

Layer sliced zucchini, potatoes and tomatoes in an 8" x 8" baking dish.

Pour tomato sauce with spices over veggies and cover with foil.

Bake covered for 35 minutes.

Uncover and sprinkle Parmesan cheese evenly over top and bake another 35 minutes.

Remove from oven and let stand for 5 minutes.

Serve with your favorite entree and enjoy!

Serving Size: 6 servings

Number of Servings: 6

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user SNIC23.