Description
These Roasted Veggie Tart Squares offer a delightful combination of flaky puff pastry, creamy ricotta, and a colorful mix of roasted vegetables topped with melted mozzarella. Perfect as a savory appetizer or light meal, they are easy to prepare and make a crowd-pleasing dish for gatherings or everyday enjoyment.
Ingredients
Scale
Pastry
- 1 sheet puff pastry
Vegetables
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (zucchini, bell peppers, onions), chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cheese Mixture
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
Topping
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the tart.
- Prepare Puff Pastry: Roll out the puff pastry onto a baking sheet, creating an even layer for the tart base.
- Mix Cheese Base: In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, egg, salt, and pepper until smooth and well blended.
- Spread Ricotta Mixture: Evenly spread the ricotta mixture over the rolled out puff pastry, creating a creamy base layer for the vegetables.
- Toss Vegetables: Chop the zucchini, bell peppers, and onions, then toss them with olive oil, salt, and pepper to season and coat evenly.
- Layer Vegetables: Spread the seasoned vegetables evenly over the ricotta layer on the puff pastry.
- Add Cheese Topping: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the vegetable layer.
- Bake Tart: Place the assembled tart in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Cool Tart: Remove the tart from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes to set and make cutting easier.
- Serve: Cut the tart into squares and garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute or add other vegetables like cherry tomatoes or mushrooms based on preference.
- Make sure to roll the puff pastry evenly to prevent uneven baking.
- Letting the tart cool slightly helps the cheese set and improves slicing.
- For a crispier crust, prick the pastry lightly before spreading the cheese mixture.
