Barefoot Contessa Vegetable Tian Recipe
Sharon Brown
Before diving into the magic of Barefoot Contessa's Vegetable Tian, let’s chat a bit about what you can serve alongside this delightful dish.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
Total Time 30 minutes mins
Course Side Dish
Cuisine French
Servings 6
Calories 118 kcal
- 1¼ pounds medium ripe tomatoes sliced
- 1 pound unpeeled medium round potatoes
- 3/4 pound zucchini sliced into rounds
- 2 large yellow onions halved and thinly sliced
- 2 garlic cloves finely minced
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- Good-quality olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves plus additional sprigs for garnish
- 2 ounces Gruyère cheese freshly grated
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika optional, for a subtle smoky depth
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley optional, for a fresh herbaceous finish.
Start by prepping all your veggies. Wash them thoroughly. Slice the tomatoes, zucchini, and potatoes into even pieces for consistent cooking.
In a large skillet, heat a drizzle of good-quality olive oil. Add the thinly sliced onions and cook them on medium heat. You want them to soften and caramelize a bit, which will build flavor.
While the onions are cooking, finely mince your garlic. Add it to the skillet once the onions become translucent. Sauté it for about a minute, just until fragrant.
In a baking dish, layer a mix of your prepared tomatoes, potatoes, and zucchini. Sprinkle salt, pepper, and thyme leaves throughout the layers. Don’t forget to drizzle some olive oil.
Sprinkle the Gruyère cheese over your vegetable layers. This will create a lovely, golden crust as it bakes.
Cover your baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 30 minutes. Then remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until everything is tender and bubbly.
- Use Seasonal Vegetables: Fresh, in-season vegetables will provide the best flavor and texture.
- Don’t Skip the Cheese: The Gruyère adds a significant depth of flavor—it's worth using!
- Experiment with Herbs: Feel free to try different herbs like rosemary or basil for a unique twist.
- Adjust Cooking Times: If your vegetables are larger or smaller, adjust your baking time accordingly.
- Make it Ahead: This dish can be assembled a day in advance. Just cover it and store it in the refrigerator until you’re ready to bake.
Calories: 118kcalCarbohydrates: 20gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 1.4gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 553mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 25IUVitamin C: 82mgCalcium: 9mgIron: 8mg
Keyword Barefoot contessa vegetable tian recipe