Spring Vegetable Galette with Herbed Goat Cheese
A rustic, free-form tart featuring tender spring vegetables and creamy goat cheese, baked in a golden flaky crust for a taste of renewal. This french-inspired vegetarian (vegetarian) ready in about 60 minutes pairs sheet (17 oz) puff pastry, (shelled) fresh peas, finely chopped shallot for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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 (17 oz) puff pastry
- 1 medium, diced into 1/4-inch cubes zucchini
- 1 cup, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces asparagus
- 1/2 cup (shelled) fresh peas
- 1/4 cup, finely chopped shallot
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1/4 cup, crumbled goat cheese
- 1, beaten egg
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh chives
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll puff pastry into a 12-inch circle on a floured surface and transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté shallot for 2 minutes until translucent, then add zucchini, asparagus, and peas. Cook 5-6 minutes until vegetables are tender but still crisp, stirring occasionally.
- Step 3: Spread vegetable mixture evenly over the center of the pastry, leaving a 2-inch border. Sprinkle with thyme and goat cheese. Fold pastry edges over filling, pleating as you go.
- Step 4: Brush folded edges with beaten egg and bake 25-30 minutes until golden brown and puffed. Rest 5 minutes, then sprinkle with chives.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Spring Vegetable Galette with Herbed Goat Cheese take to make?
Total time is about 60 minutes (30 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Spring Vegetable Galette with Herbed Goat Cheese?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep sheet (17 oz) puff pastry from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spring Vegetable Galette with Herbed Goat Cheese?
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 Spring Vegetable Galette with Herbed Goat Cheese 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 Spring Vegetable Galette with Herbed Goat Cheese 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
- ★★★★★
Made with what I had on hand and it still came out great.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
