Pantry Staple Tart: Herb-Infused Tomato & Goat Cheese Tart

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A elegant yet simple tart featuring ripe tomatoes, creamy goat cheese, and fresh herbs, made with accessible pantry essentials. This mediterranean-inspired sheet pan (vegetarian) ready in about 55 minutes layers (17 oz) thawed Puff pastry sheet, Olive oil, finely diced Yellow onion 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 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.

★ 3.6 (8 ratings) Prep: 25 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 310 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll out puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to a 12x8 inch rectangle.
  2. Step 2: Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet. Prick pastry all over with a fork to prevent bubbling.
  3. Step 3: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook for 5 minutes until translucent.
  4. Step 4: Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Step 5: Spread onion mixture evenly over the pastry, leaving a 1-inch border around edges.
  6. Step 6: Arrange tomato slices in a single layer over the onion mixture. Sprinkle with 1/2 tsp sea salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  7. Step 7: Dot with 2 oz crumbled goat cheese, then sprinkle with 1 tbsp basil and 1/2 tsp thyme.
  8. Step 8: Fold pastry edges over the filling to create a rustic border. Brush edges with remaining 1 tbsp olive oil.
  9. Step 9: Bake for 25-30 minutes until pastry is golden brown and tomatoes are tender.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Pantry Staple Tart: Herb-Infused Tomato & Goat Cheese Tart take to make?

Total time is about 55 minutes (25 min prep + 30 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 Pantry Staple Tart: Herb-Infused Tomato & 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 Pantry Staple Tart: Herb-Infused Tomato & 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 Pantry Staple Tart: Herb-Infused Tomato & 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 Pantry Staple Tart: Herb-Infused Tomato & 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.

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