Light and Crisp Vegetable Tart
A flaky pastry shell filled with sautéed vegetables and a creamy, light sauce for a delicate, golden dish. This french-inspired desserts (vegetarian) ready in about 55 minutes layers sheet, frozen pastry dough, medium, grated zucchini, chopped 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 180 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 medium, grated zucchini
- 2 cups, chopped spinach
- 1 small, minced shallot
- 4 oz, softened cream cheese
- 2 tbsp milk
- 1 tsp, chopped dill
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Unroll pastry dough and roll out to 1/8-inch thickness. Transfer to a baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes until lightly golden.
- Step 2: In a skillet, sauté 1 small shallot over medium heat until softened, then add 2 cups chopped spinach and 1 medium zucchini, grated. Cook for 5 minutes until tender.
- Step 3: In a bowl, mix 4 oz softened cream cheese with 2 tbsp milk and 1 tsp chopped dill until smooth. Spread the vegetable mixture over the warm pastry, then top with the cream cheese sauce. Bake for 15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Light and Crisp Vegetable Tart take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (30 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 Light and Crisp Vegetable 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 Light and Crisp Vegetable 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 Light and Crisp Vegetable 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 Light and Crisp Vegetable 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
- ★★★★★
My partner, who's usually picky, absolutely loved this.
- ★★★★★
Brought this to a potluck and it was the first dish to disappear.
