Zucchini Pesto Tart

Health score
3%
Zucchini Pesto Tart
30 min.
4
672kcal

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Are you looking for a delightful dish that combines the fresh flavors of summer with a crispy, golden crust? Look no further than this Zucchini Pesto Tart! Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a charming weekend brunch, this tart is not only easy to prepare but also bursting with flavor. With just a handful of ingredients, you can create a stunning centerpiece that will impress your family and friends.

The star of this recipe is the vibrant basil pesto, which adds a rich, aromatic layer to the dish. Paired with tender zucchini slices and melted Gruyère cheese, each bite is a harmonious blend of textures and tastes. The rustic French bread dough serves as the perfect base, providing a satisfying crunch that complements the creamy toppings.

In just 30 minutes, you can have this delicious tart ready to serve, making it an ideal choice for those busy days when you still want to enjoy a homemade meal. Plus, with only 672 calories per serving, it’s a guilt-free indulgence that doesn’t skimp on flavor. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to savor the delightful combination of pesto, zucchini, and cheese in this irresistible Zucchini Pesto Tart!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons basil pesto 
  • oz gruyere cheese shredded
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • 13.2 oz bread crumbs refrigerated french simply® canned
  • servings salt and pepper to taste
  •  zucchini cut into 1/8-inch-thick slices

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • baking paper
  • oven

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 425F. Line cookie sheet with cooking parchment paper or lightly spray with cooking spray.
  2. Unroll dough on cookie sheet.
  3. Spread pesto evenly over dough. Arrange zucchini slices, slightly overlapping, over pesto. Top with cheese.
  4. Drizzle with oil. Lightly sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  5. Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until crust is golden brown and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts

Calories672kcal
Protein8.01%
Fat60.71%
Carbs31.28%

Properties

Glycemic Index
3.75
Glycemic Load
0.31
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
10.343043392119%

Flavonoids

Quercetin
0.65mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:671.71kcal
33.59%
Fat:45.58g
70.12%
Saturated Fat:21.93g
137.04%
Carbohydrates:52.83g
17.61%
Net Carbohydrates:48.4g
17.6%
Sugar:31.77g
35.3%
Cholesterol:16.49mg
5.5%
Sodium:755.18mg
32.83%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:13.53g
27.06%
Vitamin B3:4.67mg
23.33%
Vitamin C:17.54mg
21.26%
Folate:83.88µg
20.97%
Fiber:4.43g
17.74%
Calcium:177.11mg
17.71%
Phosphorus:157.61mg
15.76%
Iron:2.44mg
13.54%
Potassium:470.35mg
13.44%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
12.7%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
12.24%
Vitamin A:557.18IU
11.14%
Magnesium:38.65mg
9.66%
Manganese:0.18mg
8.82%
Vitamin B6:0.17mg
8.56%
Zinc:1.05mg
7.03%
Vitamin K:6.7µg
6.38%
Vitamin E:0.66mg
4.41%
Vitamin B12:0.23µg
3.78%
Selenium:2.25µg
3.22%
Copper:0.06mg
2.83%
Vitamin B5:0.28mg
2.8%