Another tart favorite around here uses asparagus and cherry tomatoes. Go on, give this asparagus tart a try, too!
Pie crust: for this tomato tart recipe you can use either a homemade pie crust or store-bought. Of course, a homemade pie crust is something special, however, chances are no one will know (or care) if you use a store-bought version either! They won’t be able to resist this tomato tart no matter what flaky vehicle it’s delivered in! Goat cheese: for the filling, you’ll want to use creamy goat cheese (not crumbly) since it will all come together to make a smooth, paste-like consistency. Goat cheese has an intense flavor, but you’ll want this in a tomato tart! You’ll use ½ cup of goat cheese in this tomato tart. Mascarpone: this is a type of cream cheese with a buttery flavor. It’s rich and decadent and will complement the tang of the goat cheese. You’ll need ½ a cup for this recipe. Fresh rosemary: tomatoes, cheese, and fresh rosemary are a combination made in heaven. Without fresh rosemary, you will notice something missing from this tomato tart recipe. In a pinch, you can use 1 teaspoon of dried rosemary. Sea salt: Add 1 teaspoon of coarse sea salt for seasoning. Lemon zest: Grate about 1 teaspoon of lemon zest into the cheese and herb filling. The citrus adds a fresh pop to the tart. Tomatoes: You’re going to cut thick tomato slices using 6 medium tomatoes that you will layer on top of the tart. Tomatoes really are the perfect accompaniment to the rich and creamy cheeses, and the tart and bright fruit will balance every bite.
Whether you’re going in the homemade direction or opting for the store-bought crust, here are some tips to help make the perfect tomato tart:
There are so many things you can try and play around with when it comes to your tomato tart. Here are some ideas from people who have made this tomato tart recipe before:
Herbs and other garnishes: the original recipe incorporates fresh rosemary, but you can also use fresh thyme, fresh parsley, or fresh basil leaves! Summer is the perfect season to play with whatever fresh herbs you have growing at home and include them here! You can use them directly in the filling or sprinkle some on top as a lovely garnish. Other garnish options include sprinkling parmesan cheese, crumbled feta cheese, and/or some fresh cracked black pepper. Filling inclusions: You can add other elements to the filling as you wish. Some great options are garlic, caramelized onion, artichokes, or even adding blended cannellini beans to give some more protein. Crust: As mentioned, you can use homemade or store-bought crust for this tomato tart recipe. You can also experiment with a puff pastry tomato tart or filo/phyllo pastry. We’ve heard from fellow recipe testers, that filo pastry works great for this! If you are going to try it with puff or filo pastry, consider roasting the tomatoes first since you’ll be using a more delicate crust that won’t withstand the moisture from the tomatoes.
A thick slice of this tart beside an arugula salad makes the perfect brunch or light dinner. It’s also lovely, however, with a bigger meal. Here are a few recipes that will go well with this tomato tart:
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