Herb-Roasted Tomato and Goat Cheese Tart
A rustic tart with sun-ripened tomatoes and creamy goat cheese baked on flaky puff pastry, finished with fresh herbs. This mediterranean-inspired vegetarian (vegetarian) ready in about 37 minutes layers sheet (14 oz) puff pastry, medium, thinly sliced tomatoes, crumbled goat cheese 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 320 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 (14 oz) puff pastry
- 2 medium, thinly sliced tomatoes
- 4 oz, crumbled goat cheese
- 2 tsp finely chopped fresh thyme
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 clove, minced garlic
- 1/4 tsp salt
- pinch black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Roll 1 sheet (14 oz) frozen puff pastry into a 12x10-inch rectangle on a lightly floured surface; transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Step 2: Brush pastry edge with 1 tbsp olive oil, then spread minced garlic evenly over the center. Arrange tomato slices in a single layer over garlic, season with salt and pepper, and dot with crumbled goat cheese.
- Step 3: Bake 20-22 minutes until pastry is golden and tomatoes are tender, then sprinkle with 2 tsp chopped thyme and bake 2 more minutes until herbs are fragrant.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Herb-Roasted Tomato and Goat Cheese Tart take to make?
Total time is about 37 minutes (15 min prep + 22 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 Herb-Roasted Tomato and Goat Cheese Tart?
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 Herb-Roasted Tomato and Goat Cheese Tart?
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 Herb-Roasted Tomato and Goat Cheese Tart 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 Herb-Roasted Tomato and Goat Cheese Tart 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
- ★★★★★
Easy to make and beautiful to look at. Served with a green salad and it was a complete meal.
- ★★★★★
The crust was flaky and the filling was bursting with fresh tomato flavor. Perfect for summer!
- ★★★★★
Absolutely loved the herb infusion. Made it for a special occasion and it was a hit.
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