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Savory Tomato and Zucchini Tart

Cultural Context

The Savory Tomato and Zucchini Tart is a delightful dish that showcases the bounty of summer vegetables, particularly tomatoes and zucchini. Originating from rustic French cuisine, tarts like this have become popular in American cooking, especially during the summer months when these vegetables are in season. This dish is often served as a light main course or an elegant appetizer, and it can be adapted with various herbs and cheeses to suit personal tastes. Today, it's embraced in many kitchens for its versatility and fresh flavors, making it a go-to recipe for gatherings and family dinners alike.

AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
pre-rolled puff pastry
1 onion
balsamic vinegar
salt
3 sprigs of thyme
amber tomatoes
1 teaspoon tomato paste
mozzarella cheese
goat cheese
olive oil
1 egg
black pepper
fresh basil

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated cheddar

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

1

Cut the pre-rolled puff pastry in half to make two tarts.

2

Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius (356 degrees Fahrenheit).

3

Place one sheet of puff pastry onto a baking tray.

4

Score a 1 cm border around the edge of the pastry to help it rise in the oven.

5

Slice 1 onion into half moons.

6

Heat a frying pan on high heat and add a bit of oil.

7

Add the sliced onion to the pan along with 2 teaspoons of balsamic vinegar and a pinch of salt.

8

Add 3 sprigs of thyme to the onions in the pan.

9

Prepare the second tart by slicing a handful of amber tomatoes into half-centimeter slices.

10

Spread 1 teaspoon of tomato paste over the puff pastry base.

11

Layer the sliced tomatoes and mozzarella cheese on the pastry, shaking off excess liquid.

12

Season the tomato and mozzarella layer with salt and pepper.

13

Once the onions are caramelized, layer them on top of the tomato and mozzarella.

14

Slice goat cheese and place it on top of the caramelized onions.

15

Drizzle a small amount of olive oil over the fillings.

16

Whisk 1 egg and brush it over the border of the pastry for a glossy finish.

17

Bake the tarts in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes until the pastry is golden and risen.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbaking

Equipment Needed

baking trayfrying panknife

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

milkeggswheat

Also Known As

Tomato Zucchini TartVegetable Tart

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