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Classic French dish of oven-baked vegetables topped with cream and cheese.
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CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 piece (medium) of Oven-Baked Vegetable Au Gratin (150 g) has 165 calories. That works out to 110 calories per 100 g. It contains 15.8 g of carbs, 4.8 g of protein, 9.3 g of fat and 3.2 g of fiber. Its 315 µg of Vitamin A covers 35% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Oven-Baked Vegetable Au Gratin takes inspiration from the French gratin: chunks of vegetables such as zucchini, cauliflower, broccoli, carrots and potatoes are baked in a creamy sauce beneath a browned cheese topping. Recipes vary, so you can use whatever sturdy vegetables are in season and adjust the richness of the sauce.
The vegetables turn tender while the top becomes golden and slightly crisp, making each spoonful creamy with a little bite. In France it may be served as a side or a simple main, and it fits just as easily on an everyday dinner table elsewhere, alongside a salad or roast. It provides vegetables and some fibre, while the cream and cheese contribute much of its richness; use a lighter milk-based sauce if you prefer.
Selected: 100 g
110
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
10.5g
· 4% DV
Protein
3.2g
· 6% DV
Fat
6.2g
· 8% DV
Fiber
2.1g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 38% · Protein 12% · Fat 50%
Vitamins
Vitamin A
210µg · 23% DV
Vitamin K
21µg · 18% DV
Vitamin C
11mg · 12% DV
Biotin
2.3µg · 8% DV
Minerals
Sodium
230mg · 10% DV
Zinc
1mg · 9% DV
Phosphorus
65mg · 9% DV
Calcium
78mg · 8% DV
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 110 calories in 100 g:
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.7g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.7g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.4g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5.8:1).
Oven-baked vegetable au gratin is made by layering cooked or partly cooked vegetables with a creamy sauce, then topping them with cheese and baking until golden. Cut the vegetables to similar sizes so they cook evenly and the finished dish holds together.
Oven-baked vegetable au gratin commonly includes potatoes, zucchini, cauliflower, broccoli, and carrots. You can swap in seasonal vegetables, but briefly pre-cook firm ones so softer vegetables do not turn mushy while everything bakes.
Oven-baked vegetable au gratin can be made with either béchamel or a cream-based sauce. Béchamel gives it a thicker, classic coating, while cream is a simpler option; spread the sauce evenly so the vegetables do not dry out.
Oven-baked vegetable au gratin often turns watery when vegetables release excess moisture or are added while still wet after boiling. Drain and dry them well before assembling, and avoid making the sauce too thin.
Yes, you can assemble oven-baked vegetable au gratin ahead and refrigerate it covered before baking. Add the cheese topping close to baking time for a fresher crust, and allow for a little extra oven time if the dish is cold.
Oven-baked vegetable au gratin takes longer when its vegetables are raw or cut into large pieces, so doneness matters more than a fixed time. It is ready when the sauce bubbles, the top is golden, and a fork slides easily into the vegetables.
Yes, frozen vegetables work in oven-baked vegetable au gratin. Thaw and drain them thoroughly first, since excess water can thin the sauce. Skip or shorten any pre-cooking step to keep the vegetables from becoming too soft.
Store leftover oven-baked vegetable au gratin in a covered container in the refrigerator and eat it within a few days. Refrigerate it promptly after serving rather than leaving it at room temperature, and reheat portions until hot throughout.
Yes, oven-baked vegetable au gratin can be frozen, although the creamy sauce may separate slightly and the vegetables may soften after thawing. Freeze it in an airtight container, then thaw it in the refrigerator and reheat it until hot.
Serve oven-baked vegetable au gratin with a crisp green salad, soup, or grilled fish or chicken. Because the gratin is already creamy and filling, a fresh, lightly dressed side is an especially good contrast.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.