Low-Cal: Tomato Gratin

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.

Cooking Method: Baking

Cuisine: Italian

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 4

Calories: 239.4

Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian

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

1 1/2 cup Bread cubes, small, fresh
28 oz Canned tomatoes, drained
1/4 cup Fresh parsley, coarse
1 tbsp Olive oil
3 cloves Garlic, minced
1/2 tsp Dried basil
1/4 tsp Pepper
3 tbsp Parmesan, freshly grated

Directions

1
Preheat oven to 375&# 194;Â°F (190ÃÂ°C).
2
Spread bread cubes on a rimmed baking sheet.
3
Bake bread cubes for about 5 minutes, or until crisp and lightly browned.
4
Cut tomatoes into quarters.
5
In a shallow 6-cup casserole dish, combine tomatoes, parsley, olive oil, garlic, basil, and pepper.
6
Stir in the toasted bread cubes.
7
Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the top.
8
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.

Keywords: tomato, gratin, low-calorie, vegan, italian, garlic, basil, parsley, croutons, vegetarian, easy, weeknight, healthy, oven-baked, rustic, simple, plant-based, comfort-food, summer, light

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