Description
Courgette and Feta Tart is a light, savory dish featuring tender zucchini, creamy feta cheese, and a rich egg filling baked in a flaky crust. This easy courgette and feta tart recipe is perfect for brunch, lunch, or dinner, offering a delicious balance of fresh vegetables and bold Mediterranean flavors.
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry or shortcrust pastry
- 2–3 courgettes (zucchini), thinly sliced
- 150g feta cheese, crumbled
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream or crème fraîche
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp dried oregano or thyme
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Roll out the pastry and press it into a tart pan, trimming excess edges.
- Prick the base with a fork and pre-bake for 10 minutes.
- In a bowl, whisk eggs, cream, garlic, salt, pepper, and herbs.
- Arrange sliced courgettes evenly over the crust.
- Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top.
- Pour the egg mixture over the filling.
- Drizzle lightly with olive oil and sprinkle Parmesan if using.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, until the filling is set and golden.
- Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Notes
Pat courgettes dry to avoid excess moisture in the tart.Pre-baking the crust helps prevent sogginess.Can be served warm, at room temperature, or cold.Add caramelized onions or spinach for extra flavor.
