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    Hungry Healthy Happy » Recipes » Vegetarian

    Tomato Puff Pastry Tart

    Published: Aug 16, 2020 by Dannii · This post may contain affiliate links · 16 Comments

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    Diet: Vegetarian

    This delicious summer tart is so simple to make and really easy to adapt with whatever ingredients you have on hand. A Tomato Puff Pastry Tart is perfect for feeding a crowd and a great use of delicious homegrown tomatoes.

    Tomato tart on a white plate with some salad

    Delicious golden puff pastry topped with juicy tomatoes and a mixture of cheese and then finished with a drizzle of balsamic glaze and some rocket lettuce for a green boost. A delicious vegetarian dinner that can be on the table in just 30 minutes. If you are looking to eat more meat free meals, then puff pastry tarts are a great place to start.

    If you are looking for other ways to use puff pastry, try our Tomato Tart, Asparagus Tart or Cheese and Onion Pasties.

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    • Why you will love it
    • Ingredients needed
    • Step by step
    • What tomatoes to use
    • What cheese to use on a tomato tart
    • Other topping ideas
    • What to serve it with
    • How to make mini tarts
    • FAQs
    • Extra tips
    • More tomato recipes
    • Recipe
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    Why you will love it

    • Just 400 calories for a large piece
    • Kids will love helping to make it
    • Simple ingredients
    • Easy to customise

    Ingredients needed

    • Ready rolled puff pastry - if you have some extra time then you could make your own puff pastry. However even top chefs say that ready rolled is just as good, and it's a great time saving hack that doesn't compromise on flavour.
    • Shredded mozzarella - if you don't want to buy a bag of shredded mozzarella, you could buy a ball of it and then shredded it yourself and dot it around the tomato tart.
    • Mature cheddar - any grated cheese that melts well would would. We used mature cheddar because it has a strong flavour so you can get away with using less of it.
    • Beef tomato - you can use any kind of tomatoes in this recipe. It's nice to use a selection of them, for presentation.
    • Cherry tomatoes
    • Rocket lettuce (arugula) - this adds a nice peppery flavour to finish it off with, as well as adding a pop for colour.
    • Balsamic glaze - balsamic adds loads of flavour, however you could swap it for dots of pesto.

    A full ingredients list with measurements is in the recipe card below.

    Step by step

    One: Take the pastry out of the fridge for 15 minutes before rolling out. Run a knife round the edge of the pastry, to make a 1 inch boarder. Add half the cheese to the pastry, keeping it inside the boarder.

    A sheet of pastry with grated cheese covering it

    Two: Add the tomatoes.

    A sheet of puff pastry topped with grated cheese and sliced tomatoes

    Three: Add the rest of the cheese.

    Sliced tomatoes and grated cheese on a sheet of puff pastry

    Four: Put in a preheated oven at 220°C/425°F/Gas 7 for 25 minutes, until golden.

    A golden brown tomato tart just out of the oven

    Five: Top the puff pastry tart with rocket lettuce and balsamic glaze if using.

    Tomato tart topped with arugula and a drizzle of balsamic

    What tomatoes to use

    The beauty of this dish is that you can use a selection of tomatoes, or whatever you have available/can find. We added some slices of beef tomato and then some cherry tomato halves. For a more pleasing to the eye dish, use different coloured tomatoes.

    The key is to use really fresh and ripe tomatoes, as this will give you the best flavour. Add some extra tomato flavour with chopped sun-dried tomatoes.

    You don't have to just use tomatoes. You could pre-roast some other vegetables like peppers, mushrooms and courgettes and add them. They key is not to overload it, as you don't want it to be too heavy.

    A wooden chopping board with various sliced tomatoes on it

    What cheese to use on a tomato tart

    We used a mixture of shredded mozzarella and cheddar. However, you could also add parmesan or crumbled feta or goats cheese. You could also use a ricotta/cream cheese base if you wanted to make this tart extra creamy.

    Other topping ideas

    Whilst this recipe is for a tomato tart, there are so many other topping ideas. Here are some of our favourite combinations:

    • Smoked salmon and cream cheese
    • Spinach and ricotta
    • Parmesan and kale pesto
    • Chicken feta and olives
    • Mushroom and Swiss cheese
    • Goats cheese and caramelised onions
    • Courgette and parmesan

    What to serve it with

    This is a fairly light might once it's sliced up (making it great for a snack or light lunch). However, if you wanted to turn it in to more of a filling meal, then we have some suggestions of what you can serve it with. Why not try our Roasted Lemon Asparagus, No Mayo Coleslaw, Roasted Garlic and Herb Mushrooms, Air Fryer Fries or Beetroot and Goats Cheese Salad.

    How to make mini tarts

    You can make mini versions of these tarts by cutting out circles of puff pastry and pressing them in to a greased muffin tin and then add the tomatoes and cheese and bake in the oven following the cooking times in this recipe.

    Arugula leaves and balsamic glaze on top of a cheese and tomato tart

    FAQs

    Can you make puff pastry tarts in advance?

    Yes, you can fully assemble this tart and then keep it in the fridge until it is ready to go in to oven. This makes it great for making for a dinner party or at-home picnic, as everything can be prepared and then you just pop it in the oven when it's ready to be eaten.

    How to store puff pastry tarts

    You can store it in the fridge for 24 hours after you have made it, and then it can be eaten cold. However, the pastry won't be as crispy.

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    Extra tips

    • Add pesto in between the tomatoes before putting the second lot of cheese on.
    • We have used ready made puff pastry to save some time, however you could make your own if you wanted to.
    • It's important to leave a boarder around the topping, as it puffs up around the tomatoes and cheese.
    • Brush the boarder of the tomato tart with an egg wash if you want it to get extra crispy.
    • For some extra flavour and saltiness, add some chopped olives to the puff pastry tart.
    • You could add a couple of spoonfuls of tomato puree on the base with crushed garlic sprinkled over for some extra flavour.
    • Add a kick of spice to the tomato tart by sprinkling some crushed red chilli flakes just before serving.
    • If you wanted to add some protein to this, you could add cooked shredded chicken or smoked salmon.

    More tomato recipes

    • Easy Tomato Pasta Sauce
    • Tomato Vinaigrette
    • Tomato Basil Soup
    • Roasted Cherry Tomatoes

    If you’ve tried this tomato tart, or any other recipe on the blog, then let us know how you got on in the comments below, we love hearing from you!
    Tag us in your creations on Instagram @hungryhealthyhappy - we love sharing photos when people make our recipes. You can use the hashtag #hungryhealthyhappy too.

    Recipe

    Tomato puff pastry tart topped with arugula

    Tomato Puff Pastry Tart

    This delicious summer tart is so simple to make and really easy to adapt with whatever ingredients you have on hand.
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    Vegetarian
    5 from 20 votes
    Author: Dannii
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    Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
    Cuisine: British, Italian
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 25 minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes
    Allergens:
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    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 400kcal
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    Ingredients

    • 1 sheet Puff pastry
    • 50 g Mozzarella - grated
    • 50 g Mature cheddar - grated
    • 1 Beef tomato - thinly sliced
    • 6 Cherry tomatoes - halved
    • 1 pinch Sea salt and black pepper

    To serve:

    • Rocket (arugula) - (optional)
    • Balsamic glaze - (optional)

    Instructions

    • Take the pastry out of the fridge for 15 minutes before rolling out. Run a knife round the edge of the pastry, to make a 1 inch boarder. Add half the cheese to the pastry, keeping it inside the boarder.
    • Add the tomatoes.
    • Add the rest of the cheese.
    • Put in a preheated oven at 220°C/425°F/Gas 7 for 25 minutes, until golden.
    • Top with rocket lettuce and balsamic glaze if using.

    Notes

    • Add pesto in between the tomatoes before putting the second lot of cheese on.
    • We have used ready made puff pastry to save some time, however you could make your own if you wanted to.
    • It's important to leave a boarder around the topping, as it puffs up around the tomatoes and cheese.
    • Brush the boarder with an egg wash if you want it to get extra crispy.
    • For some extra flavour and saltiness, add some chopped olives.
    • You could add a couple of spoonfuls of tomato puree on the base with crushed garlic sprinkled over for some extra flavour.
    • Add a kick of spice by sprinkling some crushed red chilli flakes just before serving.
    • If you wanted to add some protein to this, you could add cooked shredded chicken or smoked salmon.

    Nutritional Information

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 400kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 325mg | Potassium: 316mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1042IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 171mg | Iron: 2mg
    DisclaimerThe nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Amanda Wren-Grimwood

      December 31, 2020 at 10:25 am

      5 stars
      Can't beat tomatoes and cheese together and I love a puff pastry tart as they are so easy to do too.

      Reply
    2. Aparna

      August 17, 2020 at 9:50 pm

      5 stars
      This recipe sounds like an instant pizza to me! Going to try this for sure!

      Reply
    3. Colleen

      August 17, 2020 at 9:32 pm

      5 stars
      I have so many tomatoes ripening all at once and now I know what I am making for a family gathering this weekend. Thanks!

      Reply
    4. Jayne

      August 17, 2020 at 8:46 pm

      5 stars
      I love this tart and made it with my garden tomatoes for happy hour. You will love it too.

      Reply
    5. Jessica Formicola

      August 17, 2020 at 8:38 pm

      5 stars
      I made this tart with dinner last night and it was incredible! Thanks so much for sharing the recipe!

      Reply
    6. Brianna

      August 17, 2020 at 8:30 pm

      5 stars
      I love fancy food that is deceptively easy. This tomato tart would be perfect for brunch with a glass of rośe.

      Reply
    7. Bintu | Recipes From A Pantry

      August 17, 2020 at 8:08 pm

      5 stars
      This looks like the perfect summer tart, so delicious and perfect for sharing at picnics or gatherings! Looks so good!

      Reply
    8. Beth Sachs

      August 17, 2020 at 11:18 am

      5 stars
      A delicious summer lunch idea. I added feta cheese and black olives and served with a fresh green salad.

      Reply
    9. Adrianne

      August 17, 2020 at 10:49 am

      5 stars
      This tomato tart looks SO good!! Perfect for a light dinner and that pastry looks so flaky. Yum, what a great idea.

      Reply
    10. Charla

      August 17, 2020 at 9:23 am

      5 stars
      We love puff pastry tarts, I'm willing to give this a try and add some additional spinach and smoked salmon.

      Reply
    11. Jovita

      August 17, 2020 at 9:09 am

      5 stars
      Oh, I can imagine how amazing this tart is made with fresh in-season tomatoes. YUM!

      Reply
    12. Sue

      August 16, 2020 at 5:06 pm

      5 stars
      This looks amazing - tomatoes are in season and I have a puff pastry already in the freezer just waiting for a recipe. Here it is! Thank you!

      Reply
    13. Chris Collins

      August 16, 2020 at 2:59 pm

      5 stars
      What an awesome lunch this is! Especially nice in the sun I imagine :)

      Reply
    14. Lauren Vavala | Delicious Little Bites

      August 16, 2020 at 2:20 pm

      5 stars
      I absolutely love this recipe! From the puff pastry crust and cheese to the fresh tomatoes - it's just perfection!

      Reply
    15. Ashley

      August 16, 2020 at 2:02 pm

      5 stars
      Just delicious! A great way to use up the counter filled with tomatoes from the garden, but over the top with the puff pastry!

      Reply
    16. Jacqueline Meldrum

      August 16, 2020 at 1:42 pm

      5 stars
      I love tarts like this. They always deliver. Nice idea to add the balsamic drizzle!

      Reply

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