Rustic Tomato Tart

Indulge in the flavors of summer with this Rustic Tomato Tart, a simple yet elegant recipe that showcases juicy, ripe tomatoes atop a crisp, golden puff pastry crust. The creamy ricotta and Parmesan cheese filling, enhanced with the fragrant notes of fresh basil and thyme, perfectly complements the vibrant tomatoes. A drizzle of olive oil and a flaky crust brushed with egg for extra sheen make this tart as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in under an hour, this easy-to-make dish is perfect for brunch, a light dinner, or as an impressive appetizer for guests. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a versatile, crowd-pleasing treat!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 sheet puff pastry sheet
• 3 medium-sized ripe tomatoes
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 10 fresh basil leaves
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 egg

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to fit a 9-inch tart pan or form a rustic freeform tart on a baking sheet.

Step 3

Place the puff pastry into the tart pan or on the baking sheet and trim any excess pastry from the edges.

Step 4

Prick the bottom of the pastry all over with a fork to prevent it from puffing up during baking.

Step 5

In a bowl, mix the ricotta cheese with grated Parmesan, chopped basil (reserve some for garnish), fresh thyme, salt, and pepper.

Step 6

Spread the ricotta mixture evenly over the bottom of the tart crust, leaving about a 1-inch border around the edges.

Step 7

Slice the tomatoes thinly and lay them over the ricotta mixture, slightly overlapping each slice.

Step 8

Drizzle the olive oil over the tomatoes and sprinkle with a bit more salt and pepper.

Step 9

Beat the egg in a small bowl and brush the edges of the pastry with the beaten egg to encourage a golden brown crust.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and crisp.

Step 11

Remove the tart from the oven and let it cool slightly before garnishing with the reserved basil leaves.

Step 12

Slice and serve the tomato tart warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1392.7 grams (1392.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2522

Total Fat 173.50g	222%
Saturated Fat 52.20g	261%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.40g
Cholesterol 367mg	122%
Sodium 3098mg	135%
Total Carbohydrate 172.00g	63%
Dietary Fiber 26.60g	95%
Total Sugars 14.70g
Protein 80.10g	160%

Vitamin D 48IU	240%
Calcium 1967mg	151%
Iron 26mg	144%
Potassium 3070mg	65%

*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: 60.8%

Protein: 12.5%

Carbs: 26.8%