Description
Discover how to make a delicious Italian Zucchini Tart with a flaky crust and savory zucchini filling. Perfect for a flavorful meal or appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry (about 10 x 15 inches or 25 x 38 cm)
- 2 medium zucchinis, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (15 ml)
- 1 cup beef ricotta cheese (240 ml)
- 1/2 cup grated vegetarian Parmesan cheese (50 g)
- 1/2 cup shredded plant-based mozzarella cheese (60 g)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano (1 g)
- 1 teaspoon dried basil (1 g)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (2.5 g)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (0.5 g)
- 1 egg, beaten
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to fit a baking sheet.
- Transfer the puff pastry to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Prick the pastry all over with a fork, leaving a 1-inch border unpricked.
- Bake the pastry for 10 minutes, then remove it from the oven and set aside.
- In a bowl, mix the ricotta, Parmesan, mozzarella, garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the ricotta mixture evenly over the baked puff pastry, avoiding the border.
- Arrange the zucchini slices over the ricotta mixture in a single layer.
- Brush the zucchini and pastry border with olive oil.
- Brush the pastry border with the beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Return the tart to the oven and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes.
- Remove from the oven when the pastry is golden brown and the zucchini is tender.
- Allow the tart to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- – Thinly slice zucchini for even cooking and a tender texture.
- – Combine dried oregano and basil for a flavorful herb blend in the ricotta mixture.
- – Be generous with spreading the ricotta mixture for a creamy base, and brush pastry border with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Calories: 400
- Fat: 25g
- Protein: 20g
Keywords: italian zucchini, savory tart, flaky crust, homemade pastry, cheesy filling, herb seasoned
