This rustic Tomato Gratin is a vibrant, low-calorie dish that highlights the natural sweetness of fresh tomatoes paired with crispy toasted bread cubes. Infused with aromatic garlic, fresh parsley, and dried basil, it offers a comforting texture with a light, savory profile. The dish is quick to assemble, making it an ideal choice for a healthy weeknight dinner or a side dish for vegetarian gatherings. It captures the essence of Italian home cooking without the heaviness, providing a satisfying meal that feels both indulgent and guilt-free. Perfect for summer evenings when fresh produce is abundant.
Low-Cal: Tomato Gratin
Description
This rustic Tomato Gratin is a vibrant, low-calorie dish that highlights the natural sweetness of fresh tomatoes paired with crispy toasted bread cubes. Infused with aromatic garlic, fresh parsley, and dried basil, it offers a comforting texture with a light, savory profile. The dish is quick to assemble, making it an ideal choice for a healthy weeknight dinner or a side dish for vegetarian gatherings. It captures the essence of Italian home cooking without the heaviness, providing a satisfying meal that feels both indulgent and guilt-free. Perfect for summer evenings when fresh produce is abundant.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat oven to 375&# 194;°F (190ðC).
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Spread bread cubes on a rimmed baking sheet.
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Bake bread cubes for about 5 minutes, or until crisp and lightly browned.
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Cut tomatoes into quarters.
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In a shallow 6-cup casserole dish, combine tomatoes, parsley, olive oil, garlic, basil, and pepper.
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Stir in the toasted bread cubes.
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Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the top.
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Bake uncovered for about 20 minutes, or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 239.4kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 2.9g5%
- Saturated Fat 0.5g3%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 441.9mg19%
- Total Carbohydrate 44.1g15%
- Dietary Fiber 2.4g10%
- Sugars 4.5g
- Protein 8.1g17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
For a vegan version, substitute the Parmesan cheese with a vegan nutritional yeast blend or store-bought vegan parmesan.
This dish is best served immediately while the bread is still crisp. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, though the bread may soften.
If using fresh tomatoes instead of canned, ensure they are ripe and remove excess seeds to prevent the dish from becoming too watery.
