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Provençal Eggplant Tomato Gratin

Savory Provençal Eggplant Tomato Gratin for Summer Comfort

Enjoy this Provençal Eggplant Tomato Gratin, a delicious vegetarian dish perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Gratin
  • 2 medium Eggplants Salted to draw out moisture.
  • 4 medium Tomatoes Fresh, ripe.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 medium Onion Sweet, diced.
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil For sautéing.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme Or dried if not available.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Basil Or dried if not available.
  • 1 cup Grated Gruyère or Parmesan Cheese Mozzarella can be a substitute.
  • to taste Salt Adjust to taste.

Equipment

  • Baking Dish
  • Skillet
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife
  • Paper towels

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare the baking dish by greasing with olive oil.
  2. Slice the eggplants into 1/2-inch rounds, sprinkle with salt, and let sit for 30 minutes.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté diced onion for 5-7 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  4. Layer the ingredients in the greased baking dish starting with eggplant, followed by tomatoes, sautéed onion, and garlic.
  5. Top the last layer with grated cheese, then bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes.
  6. Let the gratin rest for at least 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 7gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 16mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Salting the eggplants reduces bitterness. Let the gratin rest after baking for better flavor and easier serving.

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