Difficulty: Easy | Serves: 4–6
Embrace the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with Briam, a traditional Greek roasted vegetable dish that’s simple yet bursting with flavor. 🍆🥔✨ This rustic, plant-based recipe features layers of fresh vegetables like potatoes, zucchini, eggplant, and tomatoes, all bathed in rich olive oil, aromatic herbs, and garlic. Slow-roasted to perfection, Briam is a healthy, colorful, and comforting dish that’s perfect as a main course or a flavorful side. Serve it with crusty bread and feta for the ultimate Greek feast!
Ingredients For Briam
🔥 Main Ingredients:
☑ 2 large potatoes, thinly sliced 🥔
☑ 2 zucchinis, sliced into rounds 🥒
☑ 1 large eggplant, sliced into rounds 🍆
☑ 3 ripe tomatoes, thinly sliced 🍅
☑ 1 red onion, sliced into rings 🧅
☑ 4 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
☑ ½ cup extra virgin olive oil 🫒
☑ 1 tablespoon🥄 dried oregano 🌿
☑ 1 teaspoon🥄 dried thyme 🌿
☑ Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste 🧂
☑ ½ cup water 💧
🔥 Optional Add-ins (for extra flair):
☑ Crumbled feta cheese for serving 🧀
☑ Fresh parsley or basil for garnish 🌿
☑ A squeeze of fresh lemon juice for brightness 🍋
👩🍳 Cooking Steps ForBriam
🔥 Step 1: Prepare the Vegetables
1️⃣ Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2️⃣ Wash and slice all the vegetables evenly to ensure they cook at the same rate.
🥗 Step 2: Layer the Dish
1️⃣ In a large baking dish, arrange the vegetables vertically or in overlapping layers (potatoes, zucchini, eggplant, tomatoes, and onions) for a beautiful, rustic look.
2️⃣ Tuck the minced garlic evenly between the layers.
🌿Step 3: Season & Add Olive Oil
1️⃣ Drizzle the vegetables generously with olive oil.
2️⃣ Sprinkle with oregano, thyme, salt, and black pepper.
3️⃣ Pour the water into the baking dish to keep the vegetables moist during roasting.
🔥 Step 4: Roast the Briam
1️⃣ Cover the dish with foil and roast for 45 minutes.
2️⃣ Remove the foil and continue roasting for another 30–40 minutes until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized on top.
3️⃣ For extra golden edges, broil for the last 5 minutes.
🌿 Step 5: Garnish & Serve
1️⃣ Let the Briam cool slightly before serving.
2️⃣ Garnish with crumbled feta, fresh parsley, and a drizzle of olive oil.
3️⃣ Serve warm or at room temperature with crusty bread on the side.
Hearty, colorful, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors—Briam is the perfect balance of simplicity and rustic charm in every bite.
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