Description

Heirloom tomato tart is a colorful, savory dish featuring juicy heirloom tomatoes layered over a creamy cheese filling on a crisp, buttery crust. It’s elegant yet simple, perfect for light meals, entertaining, or showcasing seasonal tomatoes.

Ingredients

3–4 heirloom tomatoes, sliced
1 pie crust or sheet of puff pastry
2 tbsp olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup ricotta cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet or tart pan with parchment paper.
Place the sliced tomatoes on paper towels, sprinkle lightly with salt, and let them drain for 15 minutes to remove excess moisture.
Roll out the pie crust or puff pastry and place it on the prepared pan, folding the edges slightly for a rustic border if desired.
In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, minced garlic, Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
Spread the cheese mixture evenly over the crust, leaving a small border around the edges.
Arrange the drained tomato slices over the cheese layer, slightly overlapping if needed.
Drizzle olive oil over the tomatoes and sprinkle with fresh thyme.
Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the tomatoes are tender.
Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh basil before slicing and serving.

Notes

Draining the tomatoes helps prevent a soggy crust.This tart can be served warm or at room temperature.Goat cheese or mozzarella can replace ricotta for variation.A drizzle of balsamic glaze after baking adds extra flavor.Best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers keep well refrigerated.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 320
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 420mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 26g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 9g
Cholesterol: 40mg