French Herb-Roasted Vegetable Tart with Goat Cheese
A rustic tart featuring roasted seasonal vegetables and tangy goat cheese nestled in a flaky puff pastry crust. This french-inspired vegetarian (vegetarian) ready in about 55 minutes layers halved yellow cherry tomatoes, crumbled goat cheese, fresh thyme leaves into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 sheet (about 8x8 inches), thawed puff pastry sheet
- 1 medium, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds zucchini
- 1 medium, sliced into strips red bell pepper
- 1 cup, halved yellow cherry tomatoes
- 4 oz, crumbled goat cheese
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1, beaten (for egg wash) egg
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss 1 medium sliced zucchini, 1 medium sliced red bell pepper, and 1 cup halved yellow cherry tomatoes with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, and 1 tsp chopped fresh rosemary.
- Step 2: Spread the vegetable mixture on a baking sheet and roast for 15 minutes until tender and edges start caramelizing.
- Step 3: Meanwhile, unfold 1 sheet puff pastry on a parchment-lined baking sheet and score a 1-inch border around the edges without cutting through.
- Step 4: Prick the center of the pastry with a fork to prevent puffing, then brush the border with 1 beaten egg.
- Step 5: Remove the roasted vegetables from the oven and spread evenly over the pastry center, leaving the border clear.
- Step 6: Sprinkle 4 oz crumbled goat cheese over the vegetables.
- Step 7: Bake the tart for 20-25 minutes until the crust is golden and puffed. Let cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does French Herb-Roasted Vegetable Tart with Goat Cheese take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (15 min prep + 40 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover French Herb-Roasted Vegetable Tart with Goat Cheese?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in French Herb-Roasted Vegetable Tart with Goat Cheese?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale French Herb-Roasted Vegetable Tart with Goat Cheese for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is French Herb-Roasted Vegetable Tart with Goat Cheese vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
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