Rosemary-Glazed Roasted Vegetable Tart
A savory tart featuring caramelized seasonal vegetables under a flaky puff pastry crust, finished with fresh rosemary and lemon zest. This mediterranean-inspired vegetarian ready in about 52 minutes layers olive oil, medium, thinly sliced zucchini, thinly sliced 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 320 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 (17.3 oz) sheet, thawed puff pastry sheet
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium, thinly sliced zucchini
- 1/2 cup, thinly sliced yellow onion
- 1 1/2 cups, halved cherry tomatoes
- 2 tsp, finely chopped fresh rosemary
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Unfold puff pastry on a parchment-lined baking sheet and trim edges. Prick base with a fork, then bake for 12 minutes until golden.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add zucchini and onion, season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp pepper, and cook for 6 minutes until softened.
- Step 3: Add tomatoes, rosemary, lemon zest, remaining salt, and pepper. Cook for 4 minutes until tomatoes soften and release juices.
- Step 4: Spread tomato mixture evenly over baked pastry. Drizzle with heavy cream and bake 15 minutes until edges are golden and filling is bubbling.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Rosemary-Glazed Roasted Vegetable Tart take to make?
Total time is about 52 minutes (25 min prep + 27 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 Rosemary-Glazed Roasted 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 Rosemary-Glazed Roasted 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 Rosemary-Glazed Roasted 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.
What goes well with Rosemary-Glazed Roasted Vegetable Tart?
Mediterranean vegetarian like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
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Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
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Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
