Briam Tourlou (Cretan Oven-Roasted Summer Zucchini, Potato, Eggplant & Herb Medley) – Authentic Greece Recipe

Pure Cretan longevity cooking: summer vegetables caramelized in abundant olive oil, tomatoes, and herbs.

Country of Origin
🇬🇷 Greece (Southern Europe, Europe)
Dietary Profile
vegan
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
30 min
Difficulty
Medium
Signature Staples
Sliced zucchini, Yukon potatoes, Eggplant, Greek mountain oregano, Fresh mint

Ingredients for Briam Tourlou (Cretan Oven-Roasted Summer Zucchini, Potato, Eggplant & Herb Medley) (4 Servings)

  • 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) sliced zucchini, prepped into bite-sized pieces
  • 1.5 cups Yukon potatoes, washed and trimmed
  • 1 cup eggplant
  • 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with Greek mountain oregano
  • 1.5 tbsp traditional Greece seasoning (fresh mint, parsley, 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil, garlic)
  • 2.5 tbsp traditional cooking oil, sea salt, cracked black pepper, and fresh citrus or herbs

Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 390°F (200°C) and lightly oil an ovenproof skillet or baking dish.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onion, garlic, Greek mountain oregano, and fresh mint, parsley, 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil, garlic for 3 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Combine sliced zucchini and Yukon potatoes with the sautéed aromatics and layer evenly into the baking dish.
  4. Top with eggplant and bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until bubbling and golden brown on top.
  5. Let rest 5 minutes before serving warm at the table.

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