Half-Baked Feta Tart with Herbs
A flaky pastry shell filled with crumbled feta, spinach, and a tangy lemon-herb sauce, baked until the edges are golden and the center is still slightly soft. This mediterranean-inspired mediterranean (vegetarian) ready in about 40 minutes layers sheet puff pastry, feta cheese, fresh spinach 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 210 calories and feeds 8, 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 puff pastry
- 1 cup feta cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup dill
- 1/4 cup parsley
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Unroll puff pastry on a baking sheet and cut into a circle using a 9-inch round cutter.
- Step 2: In a bowl, mix 1 cup crumbled feta, 2 cups fresh spinach, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 cup chopped dill, 1/4 cup chopped parsley, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 3: Spread the feta-spinach mixture evenly in the center of the pastry circle, leaving a 1-inch border. Fold the pastry edges inward and crimp with a fork to seal.
- Step 4: Bake for 20 minutes until the crust is golden and the filling is warm. Let cool slightly before slicing into 8 wedges.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Half-Baked Feta Tart with Herbs take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (20 min prep + 20 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 Half-Baked Feta Tart with Herbs?
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 Half-Baked Feta Tart with Herbs?
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 Half-Baked Feta Tart with Herbs for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). 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 Half-Baked Feta Tart with Herbs 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Swapped butter for olive oil to keep it lighter. Still delicious.
- ★★★★★
Kids gobbled it up without complaints — that's a 5-star in my book.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
