Rustic Summer Squash Tart

Savor the flavors of the season with this Rustic Summer Squash Tart, a visually stunning and deliciously simple dish that celebrates fresh summer produce. Featuring a flaky, buttery homemade pastry crust, this tart is filled with tender caramelized onions, vibrant layers of thinly sliced zucchini and yellow squash, tangy crumbled goat cheese, and a hint of fragrant fresh thyme. The golden-brown, rustic edges and the medley of savory-sweet flavors make this tart an irresistible centerpiece for brunch, light lunches, or casual dinners. Easy to prepare yet elegant enough to impress, it’s the perfect way to showcase the beauty and bounty of summer vegetables. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a delightful, farm-to-table experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:55 mins

Total Time:85 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 160 grams All-purpose flour
• 120 grams Unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 60 ml Ice water
• 1 teaspoon Salt (for dough)
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 large Yellow onion, thinly sliced
• 2 medium Summer squash (zucchini or yellow squash), thinly sliced
• 100 grams Goat cheese, crumbled
• 2 teaspoons Fresh thyme leaves
• 1 Egg, lightly beaten
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt (for filling)
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon of salt for the pastry dough.

Step 2

Add the cold, cubed butter into the flour and use your fingers or a pastry cutter to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

Gradually add the ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing just until the dough begins to come together. Avoid overworking the dough.

Step 4

Form the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.

Step 5

While the dough is chilling, heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Step 6

Add the thinly sliced onion to the skillet and cook slowly, stirring occasionally, for about 15 minutes or until softened and caramelized. Set aside to cool.

Step 7

Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).

Step 8

On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough into a rough circle, about 12 inches (30 cm) in diameter and 1/8 inch thick. Transfer the dough to a parchment-lined baking sheet.

Step 9

Spread the caramelized onions evenly over the center of the dough, leaving a 2-inch border around the edges.

Step 10

Layer the thinly sliced summer squash over the onions in an overlapping pattern.

Step 11

Sprinkle the crumbled goat cheese and fresh thyme leaves over the squash.

Step 12

Season the filling with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.

Step 13

Fold the edges of the dough up and over the filling, pleating as you go to create a rustic edge.

Step 14

Brush the folded edges of the dough with the lightly beaten egg.

Step 15

Bake the tart in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the squash is tender.

Step 16

Allow the tart to cool slightly before slicing and serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1051 grams (1051.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1911

Total Fat 126.00g	162%
Saturated Fat 77.90g	390%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 502mg	167%
Sodium 3881mg	169%
Total Carbohydrate 150.30g	55%
Dietary Fiber 11.00g	39%
Total Sugars 15.50g
Protein 48.20g	96%

Vitamin D 100IU	501%
Calcium 324mg	25%
Iron 11mg	59%
Potassium 1471mg	31%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.8%

Protein: 10.0%

Carbs: 31.2%