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Vegetable Tian

Cultural Context

Originating from the Provence region of France, Vegetable Tian is a rustic dish that showcases the bounty of summer vegetables. Traditionally, it reflects the French philosophy of using fresh, seasonal ingredients to create simple yet flavorful meals. This dish is often served as a side or main course and has gained popularity worldwide, with many variations incorporating different vegetables and herbs.

FrenchFRmain
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 cups yellow squash
1 lb Japanese eggplant
4 plum tomatoes
1 medium red onion
3 cloves garlic
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh thyme
1 tablespoon marjoram
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

parmesan cheese

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olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

1

Cut off the stem end and the end of the yellow squash and slice it into uniform slices.

2

Choose firm Japanese eggplant, cut off the end, and slice it into uniform pieces without salting.

3

Slice plum tomatoes, choosing them for their less juicy but flavorful meat.

4

Use a sharp knife to cut a red onion into slices.

5

Cut a garlic clove in half and rub it in the bottom of the baking dish to impart flavor.

6

Drizzle a tiny bit of olive oil in the bottom of the dish.

7

Assemble the dish by starting with the onion and tomato in the middle, seasoning with salt and pepper.

8

Layer yellow squash, eggplant, and green squash on the sides of the dish.

9

Sprinkle fresh thyme leaves and a few branches of marjoram on top of the vegetables.

10

Drizzle a little more olive oil over the layered vegetables.

11

Place a few garlic cloves on top of the vegetables, leaving them in their skins to roast.

12

Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C).

13

Bake the dish in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.

14

Baste the vegetables with pan juices using a brush.

15

Continue baking for another 25 minutes until done.

Cooking Techniques

sautéinglayeringbaking

Equipment Needed

baking dishskilletknifecutting boardaluminum foil

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariangluten-free

Allergens

milk

Also Known As

Tian de légumesRatatouille tian
Local Name: Tian de légumes

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