SPRING VEGETABLE TART

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This spring vegetable tart only looks hard to make and would be a perfect centerpiece for any special occasion. Just put it out on the table a little bit early so everyone can get their Instagramming in. As long as you use a wide array of colorful vegetables and tuck them into a tangled base of greens, this easy cheese tart/salad can't help but look gorgeous.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Pastries

Time 1h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 22

2 sheets frozen puff pastry
1 large egg
1 teaspoon water
1 ¼ cups goat cheese
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
1 ½ tablespoons chopped dill
1 ½ tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon lemon thyme
¼ cup heavy cream
1 cup Romanesco broccoli florets
¾ cup bias-sliced, trimmed fresh asparagus spears
¾ cup bias-sliced carrots
8 sugar snap peas
2 cups colorful mixed salad greens, or as needed
¼ cup olive oil
1 lemon, juiced
kosher salt to taste
¼ cup thinly sliced watermelon radish
¼ pint sliced cherry tomatoes
1 sprig fresh dill, torn
1 drizzle olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Place 1 round of frozen puff pastry, parchment-side down, on a baking sheet.
  • Remove 1 piece of parchment from the other puff pastry round. Place a plate upside-down onto the pastry. Run a knife along the rim to cut a border out of the circle.
  • Beat egg and water together; brush over the puff pastry on the baking sheet. Carefully remove the outer ring from the other round and line it over the edges of the brushed pastry. Brush more egg wash over the border. Prick bottom crust with a fork.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until light golden brown, 12 to 15 minutes. Immediately press the bottom of a fork onto the bottom crust to flatten it.
  • Combine goat cheese, salt, pepper, cayenne, dill, parsley, and lemon thyme in a bowl. Pour in the rest of the egg wash and cream. Mix until smooth. Spoon filling onto the center of the crust and spread it out toward the border.
  • Continue baking until cheese filling is set and crust is golden brown, 12 to 15 minutes more. Let tart cool while preparing the topping.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Fill a large bowl with ice and cold water. Boil Romanesco, asparagus, carrots, and snap peas, uncovered, until just tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain in a colander and immediately immerse in the ice water for several minutes to stop the cooking process. Drain.
  • Toss mixed greens with a little olive oil; place on top of the tart.
  • Toss blanched vegetables with salt, remaining olive oil, and lemon juice. Arrange on top of the mixed greens. Tuck radishes and tomatoes into the mixture. Peel away half of each snap pea pod to expose the peas inside; arrange over the tart. Tuck in dill fronds and drizzle some more olive oil on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 620.1 calories, Carbohydrate 40.2 g, Cholesterol 61.4 mg, Fat 44.5 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 16.2 g, SaturatedFat 16.1 g, Sodium 400.4 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

Zaib nisa
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I love this tart. It's so flavorful and satisfying.


Mizan MAhmud
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This tart is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved it!


Hamad Koroma
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I love the combination of flavors in this tart. The sweetness of the vegetables pairs perfectly with the tanginess of the goat cheese.


MB Maluks
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's definitely worth the effort. The tart is absolutely delicious.


stephanie la youtyoubeuse
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I made this tart for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone raved about how delicious it was.


Renuka Ranasingha
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This tart is perfect for a spring brunch or lunch. It's light and flavorful, and the colors are so vibrant.


Pragya Gyawali
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I'm not a big fan of goat cheese, so I substituted cream cheese instead. It turned out great!


Mohsin Mughal
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I had some asparagus, artichokes, and mushrooms that I needed to use up, and this tart was the perfect solution. It was delicious and everyone loved it.


Jannati Muhsonat Tuba
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The tart was easy to make and looked beautiful, but the filling was a bit runny. I think I'll try baking it for a few minutes longer next time.


Rocky King
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This tart was a bit too bland for my taste. I think it could have used more seasoning or a more flavorful cheese.


Karolyne Calixto
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Yum!


Lyn Pierson
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. The tart is easy to make and always comes out perfectly. I love that I can use whatever spring vegetables I have on hand.


Desh Engineering Works
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Followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect! The tart was flaky and golden brown, and the filling was creamy and flavorful. I loved the combination of vegetables, especially the asparagus and artichokes.


Sayed Hany
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This spring vegetable tart was a delightful dish to make and even more enjoyable to eat. The combination of fresh spring vegetables, creamy goat cheese, and flaky puff pastry was simply divine. I especially loved the vibrant colors of the vegetables,