Zucchini Gratin

Looking to step out of your comfort zone and experiment with new culinary techniques? Why not try a Zucchini Gratin next time you’re feeling adventurous! "Au gratin" is a culinary term that refers to a dish that is baked with a topping of grated cheese or breadcrumbs, or a combination of both.

Our Oval Au Gratin Dish is the ideal piece of bakeware for any recipes calling for a crispy top. This piece of bakeware provides a wide, shallow baking area, exposing ingredients to a consistent heat source. The layer of zucchini slices are covered with a rich and creamy ricotta-dill spread before being topped with Parmesan cheese to give the dish its signature crispy top.

This dish can be served solo as an appetizer or alongside a main course, highlighting its versatility. Our Zucchini Gratin takes less than an hour to prepare, including prep and cook time, and serves roughly six portions. For larger or smaller gatherings, adjust the portions accordingly and enjoy! The beauty of this recipe is that it can be optionally served directly out of our Mini Au Gratin Dishes, or out of a standard size Au Gratin Dish for family-style serving. Here are all the ingredients you need and steps to follow before making this recipe.

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Grease the Oval Au Gratin Dish using 1 Tbsp (15ml) butter.

In a Set of 3 Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls with Lids, mix the ricotta, salt, pepper, lemon zest and dill.

Arrange a layer of zucchini in the dish. Overlap each slice so that some of the surface of the zucchini is visible.

Dollop evenly with ricotta mixture. Repeat until ricotta mixture is finished, ending with a zucchini layer.

Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Dot with remaining butter and bake for 55 minutes or until vegetables are visibly cooked.