Lentil & Spinach Easter Tart
A hearty, protein-packed tart celebrating spring renewal and Lent traditions. This french-inspired desserts (vegetarian) ready in about 75 minutes layers sheet, frozen pastry dough, cooked lentils, fresh, thawed 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 310 calories and feeds 6, 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, frozen pastry dough
- 1 cup, cooked lentils
- 4 cups, fresh, thawed spinach
- 1 onion
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup, grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out pastry dough and line a 9-inch tart pan. Blind bake for 10 minutes, then remove and cool.
- Step 2: In a skillet, sauté onion and garlic in olive oil until softened. Add spinach, cook until wilted. Stir in cooked lentils, 1/4 cup milk, 2 eggs, 1/2 cup parmesan, and oregano. Mix until thickened.
- Step 3: Pour filling into cooled pastry shell. Bake 25-30 minutes until golden. Let cool 15 minutes before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Lentil & Spinach Easter Tart take to make?
Total time is about 75 minutes (40 min prep + 35 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 Lentil & Spinach Easter 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 Lentil & Spinach Easter 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 Lentil & Spinach Easter Tart for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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 Lentil & Spinach Easter 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
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Kids gobbled it up without complaints — that's a 5-star in my book.
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My whole family loved this.
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So much better than takeout. We'll never order french delivery again.
