Slow-Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Tart with Thyme
A savory tart featuring slow-roasted beets layered with creamy goat cheese and fresh thyme on a flaky pastry crust, inspired by the agricultural roots of the Frasnes-lez-Anvaing region. This french-inspired vegetarian (vegetarian) ready in about 75 minutes layers medium, peeled and thinly sliced beets, softened goat cheese, fresh 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 280 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 (9x12 inches), thawed puff pastry sheet
- 3 medium, peeled and thinly sliced beets
- 6 oz, softened goat cheese
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp honey
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp lemon zest
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Toss 3 peeled and thinly sliced beets with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp honey. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 30-35 minutes until tender and caramelized.
- Step 2: Roll out 1 thawed puff pastry sheet on a parchment-lined baking tray and score a 1-inch border all around without cutting through.
- Step 3: Spread 6 oz softened goat cheese evenly inside the scored border. Layer the roasted beet slices over the cheese in an even layer.
- Step 4: Sprinkle 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves and 1 tsp lemon zest over the beets.
- Step 5: Bake tart for 25-30 minutes until pastry is golden and puffed. Let cool slightly before slicing and serving warm or at room temperature.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Slow-Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Tart with Thyme take to make?
Total time is about 75 minutes (15 min prep + 60 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 Slow-Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Tart with Thyme?
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 Slow-Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Tart with Thyme?
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 Slow-Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Tart with Thyme 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 Slow-Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Tart with Thyme 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.
