Classic Briam: Greek Roasted Veg Medley
Classic Briam: Greek Roasted Veg Medley
Classic DishBriam
Prep: 20 min • Cook: 60 min. A traditional Crete-style bake of potatoes, zucchini, eggplant and tomatoes slowly roasted in generous olive oil with garlic and oregano until meltingly tender, flavored with bright herbs and served warm or at room temperature as a rustic vegetarian main or side.
- Preparation time
- 20 min
- Cooking time
- 1 hr
- Total time
- 1 hr 20 min
- Servings
- 6
Instructions
Prepare vegetables
- 1Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F). Lightly oil a 30x20 cm (or similar) ovenproof baking dish.
- 2Thinly slice potatoes, zucchini, eggplant and onion. Mince the garlic and chop the tomatoes.
- 3Sprinkle sliced eggplant with a little salt and let sit 15 minutes to draw out bitterness, then rinse and pat dry.
Assemble and bake
- 1In a large bowl combine potatoes, zucchini, eggplant, onion, tomatoes and garlic. Add half the olive oil, oregano, salt and pepper and toss until evenly coated.
- 2Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, arranging pieces so they sit snugly; drizzle remaining olive oil over the top and add a splash (2-3 tbsp) of water if the tomatoes are very dry.
- 3Cover the dish tightly with foil and bake for 40 minutes, until vegetables begin to soften.
- 4Remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 20 minutes, until edges are caramelized and vegetables are tender when pierced with a knife.
Finish and serve
- 1Let the briam rest 10 minutes before serving to allow juices to settle. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- 2Serve warm or at room temperature with crusty bread, a sprinkle of fresh parsley or crumbled feta if desired.
Nutrition Information
- Calories
- 351 kcal
- Protein
- 6 g
- Fat
- 22 g
- Carbs
- 35 g
| Nutrient | Per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 351 kcal |
| Protein | 6 g |
| Fat | 22 g |
| Carbs | 35 g |
Tips
- Salt and rest eggplant slices for 15 minutes, then rinse and dry to reduce bitterness and excess moisture.
- Cover the dish for the first part of baking, then uncover to brown edges for better caramelization and flavor.
- Briam is excellent warm or room temperature; pair with feta and crusty bread for a complete meal.
