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Vegetarian Cucumber Gratin Recipe

Chef Jade May 17, 2021 2 MINS READ

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Vegetarian Cucumber Gratin Recipe

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Ingredients

2 Tbs. unsalted butter
3 pieces Cucumber peeled, halved, seeded, and cut into 2- x 1/2-inch strips (4 cups)
1/8 tsp. sugar
1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
2 tsp. chopped fresh tarragon
1 tsp. coarsely chopped fresh dill
1 tsp Lemon zest grated
1/3 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
¾ tbsp Salt
Black pepper

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F. Add butter in a Sauce Pan over medium heat until it’s melted. Cook for 3 minutes, or until beginning to brown.
Toss sliced cucumbers in a rectangular cake pan with 1 Tbs. brown butter, salt, and sugar. Bake for about 25 minutes.
Remove the dish from the oven, and preheat the broiler. Add chives, tarragon, dill, and lemon zest to cucumbers, and toss to coat. Season with pepper, if desired.
Stir together breadcrumbs, Parmesan, and remaining 1 Tbs. brown butter in a bowl. Sprinkle breadcrumb mixture over cucumbers. Broil for 2 minutes, or until crumbs are golden brown.
Serve and enjoy!

Notes

Inspired by: Vegetariantimes

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