Description
This Fresh Spring Vegetable Tart with Creamy Goat Cheese features a flaky puff pastry base topped with a flavorful layer of lemon-zested goat cheese and vibrant roasted spring vegetables, including asparagus, sugar snap peas, and radishes. Easy to prepare and perfect as a light lunch or appetizer, this delightful tart combines fresh flavors and elegant presentation in just 45 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Puff Pastry and Cheese
- 1 sheet puff pastry (about 8×8 inches), thawed
- 4 ounces goat cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (divided)
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Vegetables & Seasoning
- 8–10 asparagus stalks, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 1 cup sugar snap peas, trimmed
- 4–5 medium radishes, thinly sliced
- 1 small shallot, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for roasting the vegetables and baking the tart.
- Roast Vegetables: Toss the asparagus pieces, sugar snap peas, and sliced radishes with olive oil, minced garlic if using, salt, pepper, and half of the fresh thyme leaves. Spread them evenly on the prepared baking sheet and roast for 8-10 minutes until they are just tender but still vibrant in color.
- Prepare Puff Pastry: On a lightly floured surface, gently roll the puff pastry to smooth any folds and expand it to about a 10×10 inch square. Transfer the pastry to the parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Score Pastry Border: Using a sharp knife, score a border about 1 inch from the edges of the pastry. Be careful not to cut all the way through; this helps create a raised crust once baked.
- Make Goat Cheese Spread: In a small bowl, combine the softened goat cheese with the remaining thyme leaves and optional lemon zest. Spread this mixture evenly inside the scored border of the puff pastry.
- Assemble Tart: Arrange the roasted vegetables evenly over the goat cheese layer, leaving some space near the edges so the crust can puff up during baking.
- Apply Egg Wash: Brush the edges of the puff pastry with the beaten egg to ensure a golden and glossy finish after baking.
- Bake Tart: Bake the tart in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the tart to cool slightly on a wire rack before slicing. This resting period helps the cheese set and ensures that the tart holds together when cut.
Notes
- You can omit the garlic and lemon zest if you prefer a milder flavor profile.
- Feel free to substitute or add other spring vegetables such as peas, baby carrots, or mini bell peppers.
- The tart is best served warm or at room temperature for optimal flavor and texture.
- For a crispier crust, avoid placing too much moisture-heavy vegetables on the tart.
- Leftover tart can be refrigerated and gently reheated in the oven to preserve flakiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Keywords: spring vegetable tart, goat cheese tart, puff pastry tart, roasted vegetable tart, vegetarian appetizer, easy spring recipe
