Barefoot Contessa Vegetable Tian

Barefoot Contessa Vegetable Tian

​This easy barefoot contessa vegetable tianis a delicious, nutritious side dish featuring layers of tender potatoes, courgettes, and tomatoes, baked with aromatic onions and garlic, and topped with melted Gruyère cheese. It’s a versatile recipe that allows you to use common vegetables you have on hand, making it both convenient and flavorful.​

Ingredients Needed

  • 3 tbsp good olive oil, divided
  • 2 large yellow onions, sliced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 450g (1lb) medium waxy potatoes, unpeeled, sliced ¼-inch (5mm) thick
  • 340g (¾lb) courgettes, sliced ¼-inch (5mm) thick
  • 570g (1¼lb) medium tomatoes, sliced ¼-inch (5mm) thick
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, plus extra sprigs
  • 55g Gruyère cheese, grated

How To Make Vegetable Tian

  1. Preheat the oven and prepare the dish: Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F). Brush a 23×33cm (9×13-inch) baking dish with 1 tbsp olive oil.
  2. Cook the onions and garlic: In a pan over medium-low heat, cook the onions in 2 tbsp olive oil for 8-10 minutes until soft. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Spread the onion mixture in the baking dish.
  3. Assemble the layers: Arrange the sliced potatoes, courgettes, and tomatoes in tight alternating layers over the onions. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, thyme leaves, and thyme sprigs, then drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil.
  4. Bake covered: Cover the dish with foil and bake for 35-40 minutes, until the potatoes are tender.
  5. Add cheese and finish baking: Remove the thyme sprigs, sprinkle Gruyère over the top, and bake uncovered for 30 minutes, or until golden brown.
  6. Serve: Let cool slightly and serve warm.
Barefoot Contessa Vegetable Tian
Barefoot Contessa Vegetable Tian

Recipe Tips

  • Uniform Slicing: Slice all vegetables evenly to ensure they cook at the same rate.​
  • Fresh Herbs: Use fresh thyme for a more vibrant flavor.​
  • Cheese Choice: Gruyère adds a nutty taste, but you can substitute with mozzarella or cheddar if preferred.​
  • Avoid Overcrowding: Arrange vegetables in a single layer to promote even cooking and browning.
  • Rest Before Serving: Let the tian rest for a few minutes after baking to allow flavors to meld and make serving easier.

How To Store & Reheat Leftovers

  • Refrigerate: Store leftover Vegetable Tian in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Reheating: Reheat  leftover Vegetable Tian in a 350°F oven for 15-20 minutes, covered, until warmed through.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 portion (approx. 1/6 of the dish)

  • Calories: 180 kcal
  • Total Fat: 10 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
  • Cholesterol: 10 mg
  • Sodium: 340 mg
  • Potassium: 450 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate: 18 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 3 g
  • Sugars: 4 g
  • Protein: 5 g

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Barefoot Contessa Vegetable Tian

Difficulty:BeginnerPrep time: 15 minutesCook time:1 hour 10 minutesRest time: minutesTotal time:1 hour 25 minutesServings:6 servingsCalories:180 kcal Best Season:Suitable throughout the year

Description

​This easy barefoot contessa vegetable tianis a delicious, nutritious side dish featuring layers of tender potatoes, courgettes, and tomatoes, baked with aromatic onions and garlic, and topped with melted Gruyère cheese. It’s a versatile recipe that allows you to use common vegetables you have on hand, making it both convenient and flavorful.​

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven and prepare the dish: Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F). Brush a 23×33cm (9×13-inch) baking dish with 1 tbsp olive oil.
  2. Cook the onions and garlic: In a pan over medium-low heat, cook the onions in 2 tbsp olive oil for 8-10 minutes until soft. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Spread the onion mixture in the baking dish.
  3. Assemble the layers: Arrange the sliced potatoes, courgettes, and tomatoes in tight alternating layers over the onions. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, thyme leaves, and thyme sprigs, then drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil.
  4. Bake covered: Cover the dish with foil and bake for 35-40 minutes, until the potatoes are tender.
  5. Add cheese and finish baking: Remove the thyme sprigs, sprinkle Gruyère over the top, and bake uncovered for 30 minutes, or until golden brown.
  6. Serve: Let cool slightly and serve warm.

Notes

  • Uniform Slicing: Slice all vegetables evenly to ensure they cook at the same rate.​
  • Fresh Herbs: Use fresh thyme for a more vibrant flavor.​
    Cheese Choice: Gruyère adds a nutty taste, but you can substitute with mozzarella or cheddar if preferred.​
  • Avoid Overcrowding: Arrange vegetables in a single layer to promote even cooking and browning.
  • Rest Before Serving: Let the tian rest for a few minutes after baking to allow flavors to meld and make serving easier.
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