Savory Spring Vegetable and Goat Cheese Tart

Health score
11%
Savory Spring Vegetable and Goat Cheese Tart
120 min.
8
351kcal

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of spring with our Savory Spring Vegetable and Goat Cheese Tart. This delightful tart is not only a feast for the eyes but also a celebration of the season’s freshest produce. Picture a golden, flaky crust cradling a rich filling of tender asparagus, sweet spring onions, and creamy goat cheese, all balanced with the fresh brightness of herbs like parsley, chives, and tarragon. Every bite embodies the essence of spring, making it the perfect dish for special gatherings or leisurely weekend brunches.

Made with wholesome ingredients, this tart is as nutritious as it is delicious, providing a hearty dish that can satisfy both vegetarians and meat-lovers alike. The combination of roasted vegetables and fresh herbs adds depth of flavor, while the creamy texture of the goat cheese brings a luxurious touch. What’s more, it serves beautifully warm or at room temperature, allowing you to prepare in advance and enjoy the company of friends and family without the stress.

With a preparation time of just 120 minutes and enough to serve eight people, this Savory Spring Vegetable and Goat Cheese Tart is an impressive addition to your culinary repertoire. Whether you’re hosting a brunch or looking for a light dinner option, your guests will be clamoring for seconds of this elegant, yet simple, dish. Embrace the fresh tastes of spring and let this tart become the star of your next gathering!

Ingredients

  • bunches asparagus thick trimmed peeled ()
  • 0.3 cup crème fraîche 
  • large eggs 
  • tablespoon flat parsley minced
  • servings flour all-purpose (for surface)
  • tablespoon chives fresh minced
  • teaspoons tarragon fresh minced
  • ounces goat cheese fresh soft
  • 0.3 cup cup heavy whipping cream 
  • servings pepper black freshly ground
  • tablespoons olive oil divided
  •  pie crust dough store-bought
  •  spring onion 
  • tablespoons butter unsalted

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • wire rack
  • aluminum foil
  • tart form

Directions

  1. Roll out pie crust on a lightly floured surfaceto a 12" round.
  2. Transfer to tart pan andpress onto bottom and up sides.
  3. Bake crustaccording to package instructions.
  4. Let coolin pan on a wire rack.
  5. Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheetwith foil.
  6. Cut off top 1 1/2" of asparagus tips;reserve. Slice stalks into 1/4" rounds.
  7. Cutwhite bulbs from spring onions; trim andquarter (halve if using scallions). Slice pale-greenparts into 1/4" pieces. Toss asparagustips and spring onion bulbs in a small bowlwith 2 tablespoons oil; season with salt and pepper.
  8. Place in a single layer on prepared sheet;roast, turning once, until onions beginto brown and asparagus is bright green andtender, 12-15 minutes.
  9. Transfer to a smallbowl. Reduce oven temperature to 375°F.
  10. Meanwhile, heat remaining 1 tablespoon oiland butter in a medium skillet over mediumheat.
  11. Add sliced asparagus and pale-green parts of spring onions; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring often, until onionsare soft and asparagus is bright green andtender, 6-8 minutes.
  12. Let cool slightly in pan.
  13. Spread evenly over bottom of tart crust.
  14. Whisk cheese and next 5 ingredients in amedium bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
  15. Whisk in eggs.
  16. Pour over vegetables. Scatterasparagus tips and spring onion bulbs over.
  17. Bake tart until edges of crust are goldenbrown and filling is set, 20-22 minutes.
  18. Letcool in pan for 20 minutes or up to 4 hours.
  19. Remove sides of pan.
  20. Serve tart warm orat room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories351kcal
Protein14.36%
Fat61.07%
Carbs24.57%

Properties

Glycemic Index
39.75
Glycemic Load
5.07
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
17.916956652766%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
1.08mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
6.44mg
Kaempferol
1.71mg
Myricetin
0.07mg
Quercetin
16.55mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:351.46kcal
17.57%
Fat:24.32g
37.41%
Saturated Fat:10.58g
66.15%
Carbohydrates:22.01g
7.34%
Net Carbohydrates:18.63g
6.78%
Sugar:3.11g
3.45%
Cholesterol:99.2mg
33.07%
Sodium:226.62mg
9.85%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:12.86g
25.72%
Vitamin K:77.26µg
73.58%
Vitamin A:1597.42IU
31.95%
Vitamin B2:0.47mg
27.39%
Folate:107.44µg
26.86%
Iron:4.54mg
25.2%
Copper:0.47mg
23.75%
Manganese:0.42mg
21.21%
Vitamin B1:0.31mg
20.98%
Phosphorus:206.8mg
20.68%
Selenium:13.47µg
19.25%
Vitamin E:2.56mg
17.07%
Fiber:3.38g
13.52%
Vitamin B6:0.24mg
12.13%
Vitamin B3:2.36mg
11.8%
Vitamin C:8.95mg
10.85%
Calcium:107.57mg
10.76%
Potassium:346.66mg
9.9%
Vitamin B5:0.96mg
9.63%
Zinc:1.36mg
9.06%
Magnesium:32.46mg
8.12%
Vitamin D:0.63µg
4.22%
Vitamin B12:0.25µg
4.18%
Source:Epicurious