Savory Herb-Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Tart
A delicate tart with earthy beets, tangy goat cheese, and a hint of fresh thyme. This mediterranean-inspired vegetarian (vegetarian) ready in about 65 minutes layers medium (about 8 oz) beets, goat cheese, thyme 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 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.
Ingredients
- 2 medium (about 8 oz) beets
- 1/4 cup goat cheese
- 1 tbsp thyme leaves
- 1 sheet (10x14 in) phyllo dough
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1/2 tsp all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Toss 2 medium peeled, diced beets with 1 tsp butter and 1/2 tsp flour, spreading them in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Step 2: Roast beets for 25 minutes until fork-tender and slightly caramelized, stirring once halfway through.
- Step 3: While beets roast, brush phyllo sheet with melted butter and layer with thyme leaves. Fold edges inward to form a border, then arrange roasted beets evenly across the dough. Top with 1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese and bake 15 minutes until cheese melts and phyllo turns golden.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Savory Herb-Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Tart take to make?
Total time is about 65 minutes (25 min prep + 40 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 Savory Herb-Roasted Beet and 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 Savory Herb-Roasted Beet and 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 Savory Herb-Roasted Beet and 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 Savory Herb-Roasted Beet and 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 40-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
