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Tarta de Zucchini

Cultural Context

Tarta de Zucchini is a beloved dish in Spanish cuisine, particularly enjoyed during the summer when zucchini is in season. This savory tart showcases the versatility of zucchini, often paired with cheese and herbs, making it a popular choice for light lunches or picnics. Variations exist across Mediterranean countries, reflecting local ingredients and culinary traditions, but the essence of the dish remains the same: a deliciously creamy and flavorful tart that celebrates fresh produce.

SpanishESmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
4 small zucchinis
1 bell pepper
1 onion
1 carrot
3 eggs
oregano
salt
nutmeg
grated cheese
olive oil
2 sheets of puff pastry

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: cottage cheese

Nutritional yeast adds flavor with fewer calories

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and provides good flavor

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds nutrition without significant cost increase

1

Peel and chop the zucchinis, carrot, onion, and bell pepper into small pieces.

2

In a skillet, heat olive oil and add the bell pepper, sautéing for a moment.

3

Add the chopped carrot and onion, stirring until they begin to soften.

4

Incorporate the chopped zucchinis gradually, mixing well.

5

Season with salt, oregano, and nutmeg while cooking the vegetables until tender.

6

Remove the cooked vegetables from the skillet and let them cool in a bowl.

7

In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and season with salt.

8

Add grated cheese to the beaten eggs and mix well.

9

Combine the cooled vegetables with the egg and cheese mixture.

10

Prepare a removable tart pan by greasing it with olive oil and lining it with one sheet of puff pastry.

11

Pour the vegetable and egg mixture into the pastry-lined tart pan.

12

Cover with the second sheet of puff pastry, sealing the edges and making small cuts on top to allow steam to escape.

13

Bake in a medium oven for approximately 30 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbaking

Equipment Needed

removable tart panskilletmixing bowlwhiskknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkeggswheat

Also Known As

Zucchini TartTarta de Calabacín
Local Name: Tarta de Zucchini

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