A beautiful and flavorful French-inspired vegetable bake made with layers of potatoes, zucchini, tomatoes, and sweet potatoes roasted to perfection with herbs and cheese.
Ingredients
2 medium potatoes, thinly sliced
2 sweet potatoes, thinly sliced
2 zucchini, thinly sliced
3 tomatoes, thinly sliced
1 red onion, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
Step 2: Season the Vegetables
In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, thyme, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
Step 3: Arrange the Vegetables
Layer the sliced potatoes, sweet potatoes, zucchini, tomatoes, and onions vertically in the baking dish, alternating colors and vegetables for a beautiful presentation.
Step 4: Add Seasoning
Brush or drizzle the garlic herb mixture evenly over the vegetables.
Step 5: Bake
Cover with foil and bake for 35 minutes.
Step 6: Add Cheese
Remove the foil, sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the top, then bake uncovered for another 20–25 minutes until golden and tender.
Step 7: Garnish & Serve
Sprinkle fresh parsley on top before serving. Enjoy warm as a side dish or light vegetarian meal.
Tips
Add crumbled feta cheese for extra flavor.
Fresh rosemary or basil works wonderfully in this dish.
Serve with grilled chicken, steak, or crusty bread.
