This delicious Asparagus and Tomato Tart recipe is perfect for breakfast or brunch. It's easy and quick to prepare and is always a hit!
Happy Wednesday, my friends! I'm so excited to share my newest breakfast (and brunch) recipe: Asparagus and Tomato Tart!
Does asparagus remind you of spring? Because the moment I see asparagus front and center in the grocery store, I know that spring really is here! Asparagus is one of the first spring veggies to poke through the cold soil. It is the first harvest for many backyard gardeners and fresh asparagus is oooh, so amazing! They're tender, incredibly flavorful and very easy to prepare and cook.
Asparagus actually stays in season for quite a while. If you grow asparagus, you can easily pick it through the middle of the summer. That means that asparagus season and tomato season overlap! That is quite convenient since the two veggies taste amazing together. In fact, the earthy flavors of asparagus and the bright, fresh taste of tomatoes is what inspired this asparagus tart recipe.
My asparagus tomato tart is very easy to make but looks like something right out of a magazine. The bright green asparagus, deep red tomatoes and crispy puff pastry tart are just perfect. So, grab a baking sheet, some parchment paper, a medium bowl, a spatula and a rolling pin and let's get baking!
HOW TO MAKE ASPARAGUS AND TOMATO TART
What you will need to make this asparagus tomato tart:
- sheet of puff pastry
- ricotta cheese
- goat cheese
- egg
- garlic
- lemon
- dried tarragon
- fresh asparagus
- cherry tomatoes
- olive oil
- fresh thyme
- Romano or Parmesan cheese
- salt and pepper
Begin by lining your baking sheet with parchment paper and preheating your oven to 400 degrees F. Mix together the ricotta, goat cheese, egg, garlic, lemon and spices.
Roll the puff pastry dough out on a floured surface so that it is about 10x13 inches. This is a rough measurement but this size works well for this recipe. Spread the cheese over the pastry, keeping it in the center of the puff pastry tart dough.
Carefully place the asparagus spears and tomatoes on top of the cheesy center of the tart. Line them up in a pretty, careful way to ensure your vegetable tart looks perfect. The asparagus and tomatoes won't move when they bake so wherever you place them on the puff pastry is where they will stay!
Brush the pretty spring vegetables with the olive oil, a little salt and pepper and some Romano cheese. Pop the puff pastry tart into the oven to bake and then sit back and relax while the prettiest, most flavorful, spring tart bake to golden perfection!
The finished asparagus and tomato tart just looks so good and it's so hard to resist eating it right away... AND A LOT OF IT!
TIPS, TRICKS AND IDEAS FOR MAKING AND STORING ASPARAGUS AND TOMATO TART
HOW TO SERVE: I like this tart when served warm but many people also enjoy eating it chilled. It's completely up to you!
STORAGE: If you want to store the spring veggie tart, let it cool completely and then cover the tart in plastic wrap. The tart will keep in the fridge for about 2-3 days.
REHEATING: Reheat it in the toaster oven or enjoy it right out of the fridge! A slice of tomato tart with puff pastry and asparagus makes a wonderful lunch, appetizer or healthy snack.
VARIATIONS: If you are looking to use other spring veggies you may have on hand, this tomato tart can be turned into a totally different spring vegetable recipe with just a few tweaks.
Veggies:
- Add a few baby spinach leaves on top of the tart or place a few thinly sliced pieces of eggplant under the asparagus.
- Chopped leaks or sliced onion would also taste fantastic on this tomato tart.
- Some other spring and summertime vegetables that would go well on a tart include zucchini, red pepper (or any bell pepper), sweet potato, yellow squash, and carrots. Combine any two or three of the above for a delicious spring or summer pastry treat!
Almost any veggie will be delicious and make the puff pastry tart unique and original to you. Get creative! And be sure to share any amazing ideas you may have. I am always looking for ways to freshen up my asparagus and tomato tart recipe!
Cheeses:
In place of the ricotta and goat cheeses, you could use fontina, gruyere, cream cheese, creme fraiche, or even Boursin cheese. For this recipe, I used Romano cheese to top it, which is a great substitute for Parmesan cheese and is usually less expensive.
So, if you're looking for amazing roasted asparagus recipes or unique asparagus recipes, you don't need to look any further than this asparagus and tomato tart recipe. It is one of my favorite spring recipes for sure. Grab an extra bunch of fresh asparagus the next time you're at the grocery store or head outside and pick some from your garden (if you're so lucky!). This breakfast tart captures the essence of spring and the excitement of summer. It's a show stopper for sure!
MORE BREAKFAST RECIPES TO TRY:
Mini Crustless Baby Kale, Sausage and Cheddar Quiches
Easy Overnight French Toast
Southwest Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
Asparagus and Tomato Tart
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
Ingredients
1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
1 cup ricotta cheese
4 ounces goat cheese, at room temperature
1 large egg
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon dijon mustard
1 teaspoon dried tarragon
½ teaspoon salt
½ pound asparagus spears, ends trimmed
½ cup cherry tomatoes
Olive oil for brushing
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, divided
2 tablespoons grated Romano cheese
Salt and fresh ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, mix together the ricotta, goat cheese, egg, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, mustard, tarragon and salt.
- Roll out the pastry sheet on a floured surface, into a 10x13” rectangle. Place on the lined baking sheet and lightly score a 1-inch border all the way around.
- Spread the cheese mixture all over the pastry, inside the scored border. Lay asparagus spears on top. Place tomatoes evenly around. Brush the tops of asparagus and tomatoes with olive oil. Sprinkle half of the thyme all around the tart. Top with romano cheese.
- Bake until pastry is puffed up around edges and is golden brown, about 15 to 18 minutes. Sprinkle with fresh ground pepper and salt and the remaining thyme leaves. Garnish with more grated Romano cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 12 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
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Sarah says
Help! I made this and cooked it for at least eighteen minutes but the puff pastry was soggy and did not rise much on the edges. The filling was delicious but the pastry a disaster. Where did I go wrong? It was basically at refrigerator temp when I rolled it out. My first time using (store bought) puff pastry, advice is appreciated.
Sarah says
This recipe looks really great. I've never tried anything like it before.
Sonia Seivwright says
I love asparagus, and I love tomatoes. The both of them together as a combo sounds heavens.
Danielle says
I've never made a tart, but I want to try this one!
Katie C says
Ricotta and goat cheese is the ultimate combo! I love how fancy this looks too - definitely one to remember for breakfast gatherings!
Dana says
I'm a vegetarian and a fan of asparagus so this tart is perfect! Thank you for the recipe!
Ivan M. Jose says
We love asparagus and everything else that goes into this tart. The cheese will go perfectly with the rest of the ingredients.
Emman Damian says
I would like to try this Asparagus and Tomato Tart Recipe! It looks so colorful and tasty! I can't wait to gather the ingredients on weekend.
Julie Cao says
It looks so delicious. I am a fan of asparagus and tomatoes, and the asparagus and tomato tart is definitely my kind of food to make. Thanks for sharing your recipe.
vidya says
love everything about this recipe so maybe need to get some asparagus now 🙂
Rosemary says
Oh yum!! I'm a huge asparagus fan and always looking for new ways to cook them. Love this tart idea as tarts are a favorite at home. Can't wait to make this recipe. Thanks for sharing!!
Catalina says
My family loves tarts. I am always looking for new recipes. This one looks delicious!
MELANIE EDJOURIAN says
Ooo yummy, I do love tarts, they make such yummy meals. This one sounds really tasty.
Bryan Carey says
I must admit- asparagus and tomatoes are not two of my favorite things! But with the cheeses and various spices, I might give this a go.
Emily Michelle Fata says
Oh my goodness, this recipe looks like it would taste so, so good! I'll have to give it a try myself.
Anosa Malanga says
I haven't tried making something like this and indeed I would love to try making this on my own too. Looks delicious too and I hope I can successfully make this too.
Angel says
This looks so yummy and easy to make!
Louisa says
This looks like a really yummy breakfast idea for an all girls sleep-in. I should try it out
Charina Rasing says
Really looks like a recipe from a food magazine. You can never go wrong with ricotta cheese. Looks easy to prepare.
Danielle says
This looks beautiful and scrumptious. Definitely will make it for our next brunch party.
Nkem says
Yum!! I'd love to try making this dish.
Sonia Seivwright says
This looks really good. Definitely, something I am willing to try.
Heather - thedomesticdiva.org says
I don't think I've ever made a tart before. Your recipe sounds delicious. I'll give this a try soon.
Mary K Stallings says
I'm normally not a big fan of asparagus but this looks mouth-watering good! Definitely saving for later, thanks for sharing!
Eileen M Loya says
These tarts look really appetizing. I love that you used goat cheese in the recipe. So delicious and healthy too! Saved the recipe. Thank you!
Crystal Carder says
This looks like a great idea to make! I think I will try it for a church potluck, looks easy and delicious!
Richelle Escat says
I love asparagus too, but never would I imagine this kind of tart, such a fantastic idea!
Veronika Sykorova says
I love a good pastry tart! This ones so perfect for spring!
Anasha Khan says
With those cheese combination, I bet this Asparagus tomato tart is overwhelming delicious
debra p says
Goat cheese? Asparagus? Tomatoes? I'm in love. This looks absolutely beautiful as well. Can't wait to try it.
Tasheena says
I love how easy this looks to make. Love the combo of flavors.
Kathy says
This looks so good. I'll have to try it out soon. I do love asparagus.
Brittany says
O yummy. This looks like a great recipe.
Heather says
I don't think I've ever had anything like this. I can't wait to try!
Terri A Steffes says
So pretty! This tart is a spring time treat every year for my family. We love fresh asparagus.
Desiree says
This looks absolutely amazing. I definitely need to try this recipe!
angela says
Wow so yummy recipe !Thanks for sharing with us.
Ben says
That looks awesome! I don't think I've ever had a savory tart like that. I have to give this a try.
Amber Myers says
This looks tasty. We love asparagus and tomato, so this is the perfect combo for us to try.