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Summer Vegetable Bake

Summer Vegetable Bake

This Summer Vegetable Bake is a nourishing and colorful dish that celebrates the abundance of seasonal produce. It features layers of zucchini, yellow squash, Roma tomatoes, and red onion, all seasoned with garlic and fresh thyme, topped with a blend of Parmesan and mozzarella cheese. Perfect for using up garden harvests, this dish is easy to prepare and packed with flavor.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 145
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 medium zucchini, sliced into 1/4 inch rounds
  • 2 medium yellow squash, sliced into 1/4 inch rounds
  • 4 large Roma tomatoes, sliced into rounds
  • 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced finely
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, leaves stripped from stems
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with olive oil or non-stick spray.
  3. Slice the zucchini, yellow squash, and tomatoes into even rounds.
  4. Arrange the vegetable slices in the dish in an alternating pattern.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and minced garlic, then drizzle over the vegetables.
  6. Sprinkle fresh thyme, salt, and pepper over the top.
  7. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  8. Remove the foil and sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan over the top.
  9. Return the dish to the oven, uncovered, and bake for another 15 to 20 minutes until the cheese is golden brown and bubbly.
  10. Let the Summer Vegetable Bake rest for five minutes before serving.

Notes

To prevent sogginess, salt the zucchini slices and let them sit for 10 minutes before patting them dry. You can also customize the recipe by adding different vegetables or herbs.