Best 20 Spinach Tart Recipes

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Feast your eyes on a culinary delight that blends the vibrant flavors of fresh spinach, rich cheese, and flaky pastry – theSpinachTart. This delectable dish, often served as an appetizer or main course, offers a symphony of textures and tastes that will tantalize your palate. With its vibrant green filling encased in a golden-brown crust, the Spinach Tart is a feast for the eyes as well. As you delve into this article, you'll discover a collection of carefully curated Spinach Tart recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic dish. From traditional recipes that stay true to the timeless flavors to innovative variations that incorporate unexpected ingredients, there's a Spinach Tart recipe here to suit every palate.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SPINACH AND ONION TART



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This is a classic combination for a quiche, but it's lighter, with a whole-wheat and olive oil crust. If you don't have the time to make the crust, store bought will work just fine.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, main course

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 yeasted olive oil pastry (1/2 recipe)
1 1/2 pounds fresh spinach, stemmed and washed in 2 changes of water, or 3/4 pound baby spinach, rinsed
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, coarsely chopped, or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
4 eggs
3/4 cup low-fat milk
2 ounces Gruyere cheese, grated (1/2 cup)
1 ounce freshly grated Parmesan (1/4 cup)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Oil a 10-inch tart pan and line it with the pastry. Keep it in the refrigerator while you prepare the filling.
  • Steam the spinach above an inch of boiling water for 2 to 3 minutes, until wilted. You will probably have to do this in batches. I like to use a pasta pot with an insert for steaming spinach, as I can get a lot of it into the insert. Rinse briefly with cold water, squeeze out excess water and chop medium-fine.
  • Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large, heavy skillet and add the onion. Cook, stirring often, until it is tender and beginning to color, about 8 minutes. Add the spinach, thyme and salt and pepper to taste, and stir together. Remove from the heat.
  • Whisk the eggs in a large bowl. Add salt to taste (I use about 1/2 teaspoon) and whisk in the milk. Stir in the onion and spinach mixture and the cheeses. Scrape into the pastry-lined tart pan. Place in the oven and bake 40 to 45 minutes, until tart is set and beginning to color on the top. Remove from the heat and allow to cool for at least 15 minutes before cutting. Serve warm or room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 216, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 14 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 506 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams

LEEK, SPINACH, AND MUSHROOM TART



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This is one of my favorite recipes given to me by a friend. We love making it for brunch! Customize it however you like with your favorite veggie and herb combinations. Enjoy!

Provided by dmk8991

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Vegetable     Mushrooms

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 large leeks, white and light green parts only, chopped
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 (8 ounce) package baby spinach, coarsely chopped
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed

Steps:

  • Heat oil over medium heat in a large saute pan. Add leeks, mushrooms, and onion; cook, stirring occasionally, until wilted, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook and stir for 1 minute. Add spinach and cook until wilted and tender, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat, taste, and season with salt and pepper as needed. Let cool, about 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, whisk ricotta cheese, eggs, and basil together in a large bowl. Fold into the cooled vegetable mixture.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Roll pastry dough out into a 12-inch square on a lightly floured surface. Transfer dough to the prepared baking sheet. Spoon filling into the center of the square, leaving a 2-inch border of pastry. Lift pastry edges and fold over the filling, creasing dough as needed and leaving filling exposed in the middle.
  • Bake tart in the preheated oven until pastry is golden brown, about 45 minutes. Remove from the oven and let rest for 10 minutes before cutting and serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327.1 calories, Carbohydrate 24.6 g, Cholesterol 63 mg, Fat 20.6 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 12.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 209.8 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

FETA, SPINACH AND LEEK TART



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A delicious, easy to prepare tart, great for lunch or dinner, served with salad. I bought a rectangular tart tin and this was on the back so gave it a try and was thrilled with the result.

Provided by Janine Ross

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 1 quiche, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

200 g feta
1 leek
20 g butter
160 g baby spinach leaves
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup thickened cream
3 eggs
2 tablespoons basil leaves
3 eggs
cracked black pepper
2 sheets frozen puff pastry

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 200°C.
  • Cut the leek in half and thinly slice the pale part after washing, to achieve 1 cup.
  • Melt the butter in a saucepan and lightly saute the leek over medium heat for 4 minutes.
  • Add the spinach to saucepan, cover and cook until wilted, remove from heat and remove excess water by pressing the leaves into a strainer.
  • Combine in a bowl sour cream, cream and lightly beaten eggs.
  • Mix together.
  • Add the crumbled Feta, spinach and coarsely shredded basil leaves.
  • Season with cracked black pepper. stir well.
  • Line a non stick, rectangular quiche pan (35 x 13cms) with the pastry, over lapping, gently pushing down in the centre.
  • Gently push the pastry into the sides of the pan then trim excess pastry.
  • Place the pastry lined pan onto a baking tray and lightly prick the base with a fork.
  • Pour the prepared cream cheese mixture into the pan.
  • Bake in the middle of the oven for 30-35 minutes until firm and golden.
  • Remove from baking tray before serving or cutting.

MUSHROOM AND SPINACH TART WITH CRACKER CRUST



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I enjoy flaky pie crust but sometimes I need a little change. The crust is made of whole wheat flour, flax seeds, and poppy seeds, which adds a nice crunch to the creamy spinach and mushroom filling.

Provided by kuratenko

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes     Vegetarian

Time 1h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 17

½ cup whole wheat flour
½ cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon ground flax seeds
½ tablespoon poppy seeds
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon olive oil
⅓ cup water, or as needed
½ bunch fresh spinach
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup chopped onion
1 (9 ounce) package mushrooms, sliced
¾ cup sour cream
⅓ cup crumbled feta cheese
1 egg
½ tablespoon dried marjoram
½ teaspoon salt
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Combine whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, flax seeds, poppy seeds, and salt in a medium bowl. Rub in olive oil. Add enough water to make a pliable dough.
  • Roll out dough on a floured surface and press into an 11-inch tart pan. Poke holes all over with a fork.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the surface of the crust looks dry, about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring a small pot of water to a boil. Add spinach and cook until wilted, 2 to 3 minutes. Drain and cool until easily handled; squeeze out all water and chop.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet and fry onion for 3 minutes. Add mushrooms and continue sauteeing until tender, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a bowl. Mix in spinach, sour cream, feta cheese, egg, marjoram, salt, and pepper. Spread the filling over the prebaked tart crust.
  • Reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bake tart until the center is set, about 50 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194.4 calories, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 42.1 mg, Fat 11.8 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 6.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 594 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

CRUSTLESS MUSHROOM SPINACH TART



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"No coaxing is necessary to get my husband to eat his spinach when I stir it into this tempting tart," says Mary Lopez of Willow Creek, California. "With no crust, this cheesy veggie dish is so easy to prepare. The aroma alone will be enough to bring your family to the table.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons seasoned bread crumbs
1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1 cup 2% milk
1 cup egg substitute
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/4 cups shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend, divided
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Coat a 9-in. pie plate with cooking spray. Sprinkle bottom and sides with bread crumbs; shake out the excess. Set plate aside., In a nonstick skillet, saute mushrooms and onion in oil for 12-14 minutes or until all of the liquid has evaporated. Remove from the heat; stir in spinach., In a bowl, combine the milk, egg substitute, salt and pepper. Stir in the spinach mixture, 1 cup Mexican cheese blend and Parmesan cheese. , Pour into prepared pie plate. Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Sprinkle remaining cheese around edge of tart. Let stand for 5 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 459mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BUTTERNUT SQUASH-SPINACH TART



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 2h5m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing
1/3 cup cold water, plus more if needed
2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
Kosher salt
2 cups grated peeled butternut squash (from a 2 1/2-pound squash)
1 10-ounce box frozen chopped spinach, thawed
1 cup fresh ricotta cheese
1 cup grated fontina cheese (4 ounces)
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese (1 1/2 ounces)
1/2 cup half-and-half
1 bunch scallions, thinly sliced
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
3 large eggs
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Make the crust: Combine the olive oil and water in a measuring cup. Pulse the flour and 1 teaspoon salt in a food processor. With the machine running, add the olive oil mixture and pulse until the dough clumps together, adding up to 1 more tablespoon water if needed. Turn out onto a piece of plastic wrap; press into a disk and wrap. Let sit at room temperature while you make the filling.
  • Make the filling: Wrap the squash in a kitchen towel and wring out as much liquid as possible; transfer to a large bowl. Repeat with the spinach and add to the squash; stir to break up any clumps. Add the ricotta, fontina, parmesan, half-and-half, scallions, parsley, 2 eggs, the nutmeg, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and a few grinds of pepper; mix until combined.
  • Position a rack in the bottom of the oven; preheat to 375 degrees F. Brush a quarter sheet pan or 9-by-13-inch straight-sided baking pan with olive oil. Cut off one-quarter of the dough; set aside. Roll out the remaining dough into an 11-by-15-inch rectangle on a floured surface. Trim the edges with a fluted cutter or a knife and ease into the pan. Spread the filling over the dough.
  • Roll out the reserved dough into a 6-by-12-inch rectangle on a floured surface. Cut lengthwise into 10 strips with the fluted cutter; arrange in a lattice pattern over the filling, trimming as needed. Fold in the overhanging edges. Beat the remaining egg with a pinch of salt and brush on the crust. Bake until the crust is golden and the filling is set, about 50 minutes. Let cool on a rack 30 minutes before cutting.

CARAMELIZED GARLIC, SPINACH, AND CHEDDAR TART



Caramelized Garlic, Spinach, and Cheddar Tart image

The unsung hero of this dish? The nutty-sweet garlic.

Provided by Inez Valk-Kempthorne

Categories     Egg     Breakfast     Brunch     Bake     Kid-Friendly     Lunch     Cheddar     Spinach     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield 4 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

All-Butter Pie Dough
All-purpose flour (for surface)
5 large eggs
3 heads of garlic, cloves peeled
Kosher salt
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
Freshly ground black pepper
6 ounces sharp white cheddar cheese, grated (about 2 cups)
2 cups baby spinach
3/4 cup crème fraîche
3/4 cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • Place a rack in lower third of oven; preheat to 350°. Roll out 1 disk of dough on a lightly floured surface to a 14" round. Transfer to a 9"-diameter pie dish. Lift up edge and let dough slump down into dish. Trim, leaving about 1" overhang. Fold overhang under. Freeze 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, roll out second disk of dough on a lightly floured surface until about 1/8" thick. Cut into 1/4"-thick strips. Transfer to a parchment&151;lined baking sheet. If dough is soft, chill until just pliable. Working with 3 strips at a time, braid dough, returning braids to baking sheet as you go. Chill until just pliable.
  • Beat 1 egg in a small bowl. Brush edge of dough in dish and bottom sides of braids with egg. Arrange braids along edge, trimming and gently pressing sections together as you go. Freeze 15 minutes.
  • Line dough with parchment paper or foil, leaving some overhang. Fill with pie weights or dried beans. Bake until crust is dry around edge, 25-30 minutes. Remove parchment and weights and brush entire crust with egg. Bake until crust is dry and set, 10-15 minutes. Let cool.
  • Meanwhile, cook garlic in a medium saucepan of boiling salted water until beginning to soften, about 3 minutes; drain. Wipe saucepan dry and heat oil in pan over medium-high. Add garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until cloves start to turn golden brown, about 2 minutes. Add vinegar and 1 cup water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until garlic is tender, 10-12 minutes. Add maple syrup, rosemary, and thyme, and season with salt and pepper.
  • Cook, stirring occasionally, until liquid is syrupy and coats garlic, about 5 minutes. Scatter cheese over crust; top with spinach. Whisk crème fraîche, cream, and remaining eggs in a medium bowl; season with salt and pepper. Pour over spinach. Add garlic with any syrup. Bake until custard is set and golden brown in spots, 35-40 minutes. Let cool on a wire rack.

SPINACH AND LEEK TART



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Adapted from a recipe torn from an Australian Womens Weekly - I made one large tart but you could make individual ones if you wished.You could also use a pre made pastry shell.

Provided by katew

Categories     Savory Pies

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large leek, wash well and slice finely
20 g butter
250 g frozen spinach, thawed
300 g sour cream, lite is fine
3 eggs, beaten
3/4 cup grated tasty cheese
salt and pepper
shortcrust pastry, I used 2 sheets of frozen pastry

Steps:

  • Melt butter in pan, add sliced leek.
  • Cook, stirrng for 3 minutes till soft, remove from heat.
  • Place thawed spinach into sieve and press to remove excess water.
  • Add to leek mixture.
  • Combine sour cream and eggs in a bowl.
  • Stir in leeks,spinach,cheese and salt and pepper.
  • Heat oven to 190 C.
  • Lightly grease pie tin.
  • Line tin with pastry, prick base with fork.
  • Bake pastry for 15 minutes.
  • Pour mixture into pastry shell.
  • Bake 30 minutes.

SPINACH RICOTTA TART



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This savory quiche makes for a satisfying supper. Serve it with our Spaghetti Squash with Cherry Tomatoes and Ricotta for a heartier meal.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Pie & Tarts Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 fifteen-ounce container part-skim ricotta
1 bunch fresh spinach (12 ounces), stems removed
1 1/2 cups loosely packed fresh basil leaves
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
2 whole eggs
1 egg white
Olive-oil cooking spray

Steps:

  • Wrap ricotta tightly in fine cheesecloth; place in a colander over a bowl. Place a heavy bowl or cans on top; let drain, refrigerated, for 3 hours or overnight.
  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Coat an 8 1/2-inch springform pan with olive-oil cooking spray. Place drained ricotta, spinach, basil, salt, pepper, and nutmeg in the bowl of a food processor. Blend until smooth; scrape sides as needed, about 1 minute. Add eggs and egg white; blend about 5 seconds. Pour into prepared pan; bake until set and just brown around the edges, 40 to 45 minutes. Let rest on a cooling rack 5 minutes; run a paring knife around edges before unmolding. Cut into wedges; serve.

SPINACH, FETA, AND PINE-NUT PHYLLO TART



Spinach, Feta, and Pine-Nut Phyllo Tart image

Categories     Leafy Green     Bake     Vegetarian     Lunch     Feta     Parmesan     Pine Nut     Spinach     Healthy     Phyllo/Puff Pastry Dough     Gourmet

Yield Serves 6 as a main course

Number Of Ingredients 12

For filling
1/2 cup pine nuts (about 3 ounces)
1 medium onion
1/3 cup olive oil
two 10-ounce packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1/2 cup crumbled feta (about 3 ounces)
1 tablespoon fine dry bread crumbs
seven 17- by 12-inch phyllo sheets
5 tablespoons unsalted butter
6 tablespoons plus 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Make filling:
  • In a shallow baking pan toast pine nuts in middle of oven until golden, about 4 minutes, and cool. Finely chop onion and in a large heavy skillet cook in oil over moderately low heat, stirring, until softened. Squeeze spinach to remove as much liquid as possible and stir with salt into onion. Cook spinach mixture over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until any liquid is evaporated, 1 to 2 minutes, and cool slightly. In a large bowl whisk eggs until combined and stir in spinach mixture, pine nuts, feta, and bread crumbs until combined well. Filling may be made 1 day ahead and chilled, covered. Bring filling to room temperature before proceeding.
  • Stack phyllo sheets and cover with 2 overlapping sheets plastic wrap and then a dampened kitchen towel. In a small saucepan melt butter and cool slightly. Lightly brush a 10 1/2- by 7 1/2- by 1-inch rectangular tart pan with a removable fluted rim with butter.
  • On a work surface lightly brush 1 phyllo sheet with butter. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon Parmesan evenly over buttered phyllo and repeat layering with 5 more phyllo sheets, butter, and 5 tablespoons Parmesan. Arrange last phyllo sheet on stack and lightly brush with butter. Transfer phyllo to tart pan, letting excess hang over edge, and spoon filling onto phyllo, spreading evenly. Fold edges of pastry over filling, leaving center uncovered , and lightly brush top of phyllo with butter. Sprinkle remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan over exposed filling and bake tart in middle of oven until golden, 25 to 30 minutes. Serve tart warm or at room temperature.

SAUSAGE, SPINACH AND POTATO TART



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Provided by Nancy Fuller

Time 2h5m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
12 tablespoons butter (1 1/2 sticks), cold and sliced into chunks
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon cold water
1 small Yukon gold potato, finely diced
Kosher salt
1 tablespoon olive oil
8 ounces bulk mild or sweet Italian pork sausage
3 cups fresh baby spinach
Freshly ground black pepper
4 green onions, sliced
3 large eggs
1/2 cup milk
1 cup grated gruyere cheese

Steps:

  • For the dough: Add flour and salt to the bowl of a food processor and pulse a few times to mix. Add the butter to the bowl and pulse until the mixture looks like crumbly sand. Add the egg and water and pulse again until the dough comes together.
  • Very lightly flour the work surface. Dump the dough onto the floured surface and knead a few times until it comes together. Shape the dough into a disc and roll out to a 13-inch circle. Press the dough into the bottom and sides of an 11-inch tart pan with a removable bottom. Level the edges with your fingers. Prick the bottom of the tart with a fork. Freeze until firm, 25 minutes.
  • For the filling: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • While the tart is in the freezer, add the potatoes to a medium saucepan and cover with cold water. Add a big pinch of salt and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer, and cook the potatoes until tender but still with a bit of resistance, 5 to 6 minutes. Drain and cool.
  • Lightly drizzle the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage, and cook, breaking up with the back of a wooden spoon until crumbly and browned, 6 to 8 minutes. Add the spinach by the handful and stir until it just wilts down. Season the mixture with salt and pepper and stir in the green onions. Remove to a bowl to cool.
  • Crack the eggs into a medium bowl and stir in the milk. Whisk together until combined and then add some salt and pepper.
  • Remove the tart from the freezer. Cover the top with parchment paper and add pie weights or dried beans. Place on a sheet tray and bake for 20 minutes.
  • Remove the pie weights and parchment paper and continue baking for 10 minutes more.
  • Turn the oven temperature down to 350 degrees F.
  • Evenly sprinkle the par-baked tart shell with half of the grated cheese, then the cooked potatoes, and finally top with the sausage and spinach mixture. Pour the eggs over the top and sprinkle with the remaining cheese. Bake for 45 minutes.
  • Cool the tart for 10 minutes before serving. Can be served warm or at room temperature.

SPINACH AND LENTIL SALAD WITH OREGON BLUE CHEESE AND TART CHERRY VINAIGRETTE



Spinach and Lentil Salad with Oregon Blue Cheese and Tart Cherry Vinaigrette image

Categories     Salad     Blue Cheese     Cherry     Bacon     Spinach     Lentil     Simmer     Gourmet

Yield Serves 6 as a first course

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup green lentils
7 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
8 bacon slices (about 6 ounces)
1/4 cup olive oil
1/3 cup finely chopped shallot
1/4 cup water
1/2 cup dried unsweetened tart cherries (about 3 ounces)
2 tablespoons sugar
3 1/2 cups baby or regular spinach leaves
1/3 cup blue cheese (about 2 ounces), preferably Oregon Blue

Steps:

  • In a heavy saucepan cover lentils with water by 2 inches and simmer until just tender but not falling apart, about 15 minutes. Drain lentils well in a sieve. Rinse lentils under cold running water to stop cooking and drain well. In a bowl toss lentils with 2 tablespoons vinegar and salt and pepper to taste. (Lentils may be made 2 days ahead and chilled, covered. Bring lentils to room temperature before proceeding.)
  • In a skillet cook bacon over moderate heat until crisp and with tongs transfer to paper towels to drain. Crumble bacon.
  • In cleaned saucepan heat 2 tablespoons oil over moderate heat until hot but not smoking and cook shallot, stirring, until golden brown. Stir in water, cherries, sugar, and remaining 5 tablespoons vinegar and simmer, stirring occasionally, until liquid is reduced by about half, about 10 minutes. Reduce heat to low and whisk in remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a slow stream until emulsified. Season vinaigrette with salt and pepper.
  • Add half of vinaigrette to lentils and toss well. In another bowl toss spinach with half of lentil mixture, half of bacon, half of cheese, remaining vinaigrette, and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Divide remaining lentil mixture among 6 plates and top with spinach mixture. Sprinkle salads with remaining bacon and cheese.

ONION, BACON AND SPINACH TART



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Categories     Cheese     Egg     Bake     Lunch     Thyme

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 refrigerated rolled piecrust (from a 15-ounce package)
4 slices bacon, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch slices
6 cups baby spinach
1 1/2 pounds yellow onions (about 4), halved and cut crosswise into 1/4-inch slices (6 cups)
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
3 eggs
3/4 cup half-and-half
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup shredded Gruyere cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 375 degrees F. Fit piecrust into 9-inch tart pan. Trim excess crust from top edge of tart pan; refrigerate while preparing filling. 2. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add bacon to skillet and cook, stirring often, for 8 minutes. Add spinach to skillet and cook 1 minute, stirring until wilted. Using a slotted spoon, remove bacon mixture to a paper-towel-lined plate. 3. Return skillet to medium heat and add onions, 1/4 teaspoon salt and the thyme. Cover and cook 25 minutes over medium heat, stirring occasionally, or until browned. Remove from heat and allow to cool, uncovered, 5 minutes. 4. Whisk together eggs, half-and-half, pepper and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Stir bacon mixture and onions into eggs; stir to combine. Pour egg mixture into crust. Bake at 375 degrees F for 15 minutes. Reduce heat to 325 degrees F and continue to bake 20 minutes. 5. Heat broiler. Sprinkle tart with Gruyere and broil for 1 to 2 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

SPINACH TART WITH OLIVE-OIL CRACKER CRUST RECIPE - (4.6/5)



Spinach Tart with Olive-Oil Cracker Crust Recipe - (4.6/5) image

Provided by á-8183

Number Of Ingredients 17

Crust:
3/4 cup whole-wheat flour
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp. coarse salt
2 Tbs. sesame seeds
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup water
Filling:
1 1/2 lbs. spinach, stems trimmed, rinsed well (about 14 packed cups)
1 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil
1 large shallot, finely chopped (about 1/2 cup)
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 tsp. red-pepper flakes, plus more for serving
2 oz. feta cheese, crumbled (about 1/2 cup) or goat cheese??
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 tsp. coarse salt
1/2 tsp. sesame seeds

Steps:

  • 1. Crust: Preheat oven to 425. Whisk together flours, salt, and sesame seeds in a large bowl. Stir in oil and water, then knead until a ball forms. Roll out dough into a 12-inch round and fit it into a 9 1/2-inch tart pan with a removable bottom. Trim any excess length. Prick bottom all over with a fork and bake until crust is golden brown and crisp, about 35 minutes. Let cool on a wire rack. 2. Filling: Reduce oven temperature to 350. Place spinach in a large pot (if spinach is dry, add 1/4 cup water) and cover. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until just wilted, about 6 minutes. Transfer to a colander to drain. When cool enough to handle, wrap in a kitchen towel and squeeze to remove excess water. Coarsely chop and transfer to a bowl. Wipe pot dry and heat oil over medium heat. Add shallot, garlic, and red-pepper flakes; cook, stirring, until shallot is softened, about 4 minutes. Transfer to bowl with spinach. Add feta, eggs, and salt; stir until combined. 3. Pour filling into crust and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Bake tart until just set, 30 to 35 minutes. Let cool slightly, about 10 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature with red-pepper flakes. Serves 4 to 6

WARM SPINACH PORTOBELLO TART WITH ROASTED TOMATO VINAIGRETTE



Warm Spinach Portobello Tart with Roasted Tomato Vinaigrette image

Provided by Food Network

Time 2h20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 ounces cream cheese
1 cup margarine
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 cups flour
3 pounds tomatoes
2 1/2 teaspoons chopped garlic
1/3 cup plus 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
3/4 pound portobello mushrooms. stemmed, cut into thin strips
1/4 pound spinach, stemmed, washed, dried, and cut into thin strips
1/2 pound mozzarella, julienned
Capers for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • To make a crust:
  • In a food processor, mix cream cheese and margarine. Add salt and flour. Mix until a ball forms. Refrigerate. Roll out on a floured surface to fit an 8inch fluted tart pan. Weight with pie weights, beans or rice in foil, and bake for 15 minutes. Cool, remove from pan and set aside.
  • To make filling:
  • Plunge tomatoes into simmering water for 15 seconds. Drain. Remove skin and seeds. Place tomatoes in roasting pan with 1/2 teaspoon of the garlic, 1/3 cup of olive oil, and 1/4 teaspoon each of salt and pepper. Bake for 1 1/2 hours. Cool slightly and coarsely chop. In a small saucepan, bring vinegar to boil, and cook until reduced to 2 tablespoons. Add reduced vinegar to the tomato mixture and set aside.
  • In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil over medium heat. Add the remaining 2 teaspoons garlic and cook until golden. Remove and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Increase heat and sear portobello strips on all sides until browned. Stir in the reserved garlic, turn off heat but keep warm.
  • To assemble:
  • Place spinach in the cooled tart shell. Arrange warm portobellos like spokes of a wheel on top of spinach. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Top with mozzarella. (the tart may be assembled to this point and set aside.) Preheat the broiler. Broil briefly until cheese is melted. Drizzle each slice with tomato vinaigrette, garnish with capers and serve warm

VERY RUSTIC SPINACH AND FETA TART



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A very simple, tasty, CRUSTLESS tart to throw together in minutes! This, to me, is so typical of the wonderfully casual way in which Mediterranean French dishes are made, quickly, fresh, and no-nonsense. I used a pillow pack of pre-washed baby spinach. If you need to wash it, dry in a salad spinner or dry well with paper towels, or you might have too much liquid. This is the very simplest of rustic dishes, requiring not much in the way of seasoning. Add garlic if you wish. Do not add salt if using a salty feta! Very nice with any meat main dish. DO NOT use swiss chard for this recipe: I've tried it, and swiss chard dries out on top, while real spinach does not. Please see other suggestions in the directions!

Provided by Zurie

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

7 ounces spinach (200g, do NOT use chard) or 7 ounces baby spinach leaves (200g, do NOT use chard)
7 ounces feta cheese (200 g, blotted dry if in brine)
1/2 cup green onion, chopped (125 ml, spring onion, or shallots)
1/2 cup heavy cream (125 ml, I used a thick creme fraiche, or use sour cream OR USE GREEK YOGHURT)
4 eggs, largest size
1 teaspoon Tabasco sauce (5 ml, or use any hot sauce)
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg, ground (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 deg F/180 deg Celsius If you have a convection/fan oven, lower heat slightly.
  • Grease a normal-sized pie tin or tart plate with butter.
  • In a large bowl, tear up the spinach leaves. To make this less "rustic", LOL, you can chop the leaves finely!
  • Crumble the feta cheese over the leaves and add the chopped green/spring onions.
  • In another bowl, beat the cream with the eggs until well beaten and very smooth. DO use thick cream: the creme fraiche we get is slightly softer than the consistency of cream cheese, which is great! Or use sour cream, which is thicker than plain cream.
  • Add to the bowl of vegetables, Tabasco, and if you like, the nutmeg.
  • Stir this whole funny mess together.
  • Scrape into the greased tart plate, and bake in the pre-heated oven for 30 - 35 minutes, When done, it will be puffed up slightly in the centre, and will not wobble when you shake it.
  • Can wait in a warming oven.
  • NOTE: this recipe can be "refined" by slicing the dried leaves finely, and the final mixture baked in individual tartlet tins. In that case, serve it with a topping of thick yoghurt (Greek style) seasoned with a little salt, pepper, and a sprinkling of paprika. This way, it can be little tartlets for a buffet or other occasion -- and it will still be quick and easy to do.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219.2, Fat 18.1, SaturatedFat 10.9, Cholesterol 182.4, Sodium 479.3, Carbohydrate 4, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 1.9, Protein 10.7

FRESH SPINACH & ANCHOVY TART



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Provided by Manami

Categories     Spinach

Time 1h45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/3 lb tiny new potatoes
1/2 lb fresh Baby Spinach
9 5/8 ounces cream
2 large eggs
2 ounces fresh grated parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons fresh grated parmesan cheese
10 anchovies packed in oil, rinsed & drained
1 (9 inch) pie pastry

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 355ºF.
  • Boil the potatoes in salted water for 6 minutes, drain and cool under the cold tap and thinly slice.
  • Pierce the bag of spinach and microwave for 2.5 minutes (or wilt in a pan with 2 tbsp water).
  • When cool enough to handle, squeeze out the excess moisture and finely chop.
  • Beat the cream, eggs and 2oz cheese together in a large bowl.
  • Chop half the anchovies and add to the bowl with the potatoes, spinach and plenty of black pepper.
  • Pour into the pastry tart (don't worry if it looks quite rough as this will add to the appearance later) and top with the whole anchovies and the remaining 2 tbsp of parmesan.
  • Bake for 35-40 minutes until the mixture is set and the filling is just starting to turn golden.
  • Allow to cool for a few minutes before removing from the pan.
  • Serve warm or cold with a tomato and basil salad, or on its own as a starter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 299.1, Fat 22.3, SaturatedFat 10.5, Cholesterol 102.6, Sodium 480.5, Carbohydrate 15.7, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 0.6, Protein 9.5

SPINACH AND FETA TART



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Number Of Ingredients 1

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Steps:

  • Gradually add about 12 cups of the spinach, tossing with tongs until wilted, about 2 minutes. Remove and cool slightly. Drain and squeeze spinach mixture to remove as much liquid as possible. Coarsely chop the spinach mixture; set aside. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper; set aside. On a lightly floured surface roll out puff pastry sheet to a 13x11-inch rectangle. Carefully transfer the pastry to the prepared baking sheet. Moisten the edges of the pastry with water and fold over a 1/2-inch border on all sides; press border lightly. Using the back of a paring knife, make evenly spaced indentations around the outside edge of the pastry (this will help the border rise evenly). Chill pastry for 15 minutes or up to 1 hour. Meanwhile, zest and juice the lemon. In a medium bowl whisk together 1 teaspoon lemon zest, eggs, creme fraiche, snipped dill, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and nutmeg. Stir in chopped spinach mixture and feta. Spread over the surface of the pastry. Bake about 30 minutes or until pastry is puffed and nicely browned on the bottom and filling is set. Slide onto a wire rack; cool. Just before serving, toss remaining spinach, mint leaves, and dill sprigs with 1 tablespoon lemon juice and remaining 2 tablespoons oil. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Top with Sauteed Lemons. Serve with tossed spinach and additional feta, if desired. From the Test Kitchen SAUTEED LEMONS: Thinly slice one small lemon. Season with salt and pepper. In a large skillet heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Cook slices 3 to 5 minutes or until browned, turning once. Remove. Let cool. Nutrition Facts (Spinach & Feta Tart) Per serving: 469 kcal cal.,

SPINACH LEEK TART



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Categories     Vegetable

Number Of Ingredients 12

• One ready-to-bake pastry crust for a 9-inch tart
• 3 tbsp. butter, divided
• 1 tbsp. olive oil
• 1/2 lb. fresh spinach, washed and stemmed
• 1 tbsp. lemon juice
• 1 tsp. minced garlic
• 2 small leeks, white parts only, thinly sliced
• 1/2 c. bread crumbs
• Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
• 1/2 c. peeled, seeded and diced fresh tomatoes
• 2 tbsp. minced parsley, for garnish
• 2 tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Fit pastry into 9-inch springform pan. Bake and let cool slightly in the pan. To prepare filling, in a skillet heat 1 tablespoon of the butter and the olive oil over moderate heat. Add spinach and lemon juice; cook 2 minutes. Transfer to a strainer; press to extract excess liquid. Return skillet to moderate heat; add remaining 2 tablespoons butter. Add garlic and leeks; saute until leeks are softened but not browned (about 10 minutes). Stir in bread crumbs; add salt and pepper. Arrange spinach around sides and bottom of baked, cooled crust. Spoon in leek mixture. Spoon tomatoes over top. Return to oven; bake until filling is hot throughout (5 to 8 minutes). Let filling rest 3 to 5 minutes before unmolding tart. Garnish with parsley and Parmesan before serving.

EASY SPINACH AND MUSHROOM TART (SIDE DISH)



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This is based on my other quickie, recipe #350071, but it contains no feta and no cream. Some evenings I am truly lazy when it comes to cooking dinner, but we are not fans of frozen or tinned vegs. So this is a life-saver, because no other side dish is needed when you make this, it's no-nonsense and very quick. Do not use swiss chard, because the leaves are too hard and tend to dry out on top: use the soft English spinach with the small leaves. I buy the conveniently cleaned spinach in the bags. Some small yoghurt containers are 5 oz (150g) and others are 6 ox (175 g). Won't make a difference which you use.

Provided by Zurie

Categories     Spinach

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

7 -8 ounces baby spinach leaves (200g approx)
7 -8 ounces mushrooms
1/2 cup onion, finely chopped (125 ml)
4 eggs, largest size you have (I prefer free-range eggs)
5 -6 ounces yoghurt, plain, Greek preferred (150 - 175 g)
1 teaspoon seasoning salt (7 ml, your favourite mixture)
1 teaspoon Tabasco sauce (or other hot sauce)
1 -2 teaspoon garlic, finely chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons breadcrumbs, dried

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 325 deg F/160 deg Celsius.
  • Grease a tart plate with butter.
  • Tear up or cut up the spinach roughly, and put into a mixing bowl.
  • Add the chopped mushrooms and onion to the spinach.
  • Whisk the eggs in another bowl, and add the yoghurt, seasoning salt, Tabasco and garlic. Whisk well. Add to the spinach mixture.
  • Mix through well with a spatula, wooden spoon, or your hands!
  • Pat the whole lot into the greased tart plate. Use your hands to flatten it a little -- it should fit well into an ordinary-size tart pan or plate.
  • Drizzle over the olive oil, and then sprinkle with the dried breadcrumbs. Bake for 45 minutes, or until slightly puffed up and set.
  • * If you want, change the seasonings, or add more salt than suggested, as seasoning salt alone might not be enough. Nutmeg can also be added to the wet mixture.

Tips:

  • To make the perfect flaky crust, use a food processor to combine the butter and flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Then, add the ice water one tablespoon at a time until the dough just comes together. Avoid overworking the dough, as this will make it tough.
  • For a creamy and flavorful filling, use a combination of ricotta, Parmesan, and mozzarella cheeses. Season the filling with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes to taste.
  • To ensure that the spinach is evenly distributed throughout the filling, wilt it before adding it to the cheese mixture. To wilt the spinach, heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the spinach. Cook, stirring constantly, until the spinach is wilted and most of the liquid has evaporated.
  • To prevent the tart from becoming soggy, pre-bake the crust before adding the filling. To pre-bake the crust, place it on a baking sheet and bake at 375°F for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
  • For a beautiful golden crust, brush the top of the tart with an egg wash before baking. To make an egg wash, simply whisk together one egg and one tablespoon of water.

Conclusion:

Spinach tart is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. With its flaky crust, creamy filling, and fresh spinach, this tart is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this spinach tart recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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