Tourlou Tava Recipe

Experience the vibrant flavors of Greece with this Tourlou Tava, a hearty and flavorful vegetable casserole reminiscent of ratatouille but without the eggplant! This make-ahead recipe, originally from a treasured Yankee Magazine cookbook, is perfect for entertaining or potlucks. Fresh ingredients are key to unlocking its incredible depth of flavor. Best made a day ahead to allow the flavors to meld, this abundant dish is equally delicious served over fluffy rice. Leftovers are a treat, keeping well in the fridge for up to a week or easily frozen for later enjoyment.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 145 mins
Calories 169.2 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Tourlou Tava

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How to Make Tourlou Tava

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C).
  2. Wash and prepare all vegetables.
  3. Snap off the ends of 1 pound of green beans and snap the stems into 2-inch pieces.
  4. Quarter and thinly slice 2 large onions.
  5. Slice 2 medium zucchini into ½-inch thick rounds.
  6. In a large casserole dish, combine the green beans, onions, 1 cup chopped fresh dill, ¼ cup olive oil, 4 cloves minced garlic, ½ cup chopped fresh parsley, 2 (28 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes, salt, and pepper to taste.
  7. Cover and bake for 10 minutes, or until the liquid begins to simmer.
  8. Reduce oven temperature to 350°F (177°C).
  9. Add 1 pound of okra (trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces) and the sliced zucchini to the casserole.
  10. Cover and bake for another hour, or until all vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

25g

Fat

8g

Carbs

5g

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Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion Low Protein Healthy Side Dishes Vegetables Greek European Vegetarian Dietary Low Sodium Low Cholesterol Low Saturated Fat Low Calorie Low Carb Healthy 2 Low In Something To Go 4 Hours Or Less