Herbed Tomato and Goat Cheese Tart with Puff Pastry
A flaky puff pastry tart topped with fresh tomatoes, tangy goat cheese, and fragrant herbs, perfect for a light lunch or appetizer. This french-inspired vegetarian (vegetarian) ready in about 40 minutes layers softened goat cheese, medium, thinly sliced Roma tomatoes, leaves, chopped fresh basil 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 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 (about 9x12 inches), thawed puff pastry sheet
- 4 oz, softened goat cheese
- 3 medium, thinly sliced Roma tomatoes
- 8 leaves, chopped fresh basil leaves
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1, minced garlic clove
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1, beaten (for egg wash) egg yolk
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. On a baking sheet lined with parchment, unfold 1 thawed puff pastry sheet and score a 1-inch border around edges without cutting through.
- Step 2: Spread 4 oz softened goat cheese evenly inside the border.
- Step 3: Arrange 3 thinly sliced Roma tomatoes on top of the cheese in a single layer.
- Step 4: In a small bowl, mix 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 minced garlic clove, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves, and 8 chopped fresh basil leaves.
- Step 5: Drizzle the herb oil mixture evenly over the tomatoes.
- Step 6: Brush the 1-inch pastry border with 1 beaten egg yolk.
- Step 7: Bake tart for 20-25 minutes until pastry is puffed and golden, and tomatoes are tender. Let cool 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Herbed Tomato and Goat Cheese Tart with Puff Pastry take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 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 Herbed Tomato and Goat Cheese Tart with Puff Pastry?
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 Herbed Tomato and Goat Cheese Tart with Puff Pastry?
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 Herbed Tomato and Goat Cheese Tart with Puff Pastry 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 Herbed Tomato and Goat Cheese Tart with Puff Pastry 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.
