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Cherry Tomato Tart on a Bed of Fresh Basil Pesto

A fresh and easy cherry tomato tart topped with vibrant basil pesto on crisp puff pastry, perfect for summer.

Cherry Tomato Tart on a Bed of Fresh Basil Pesto

Try this easy Cherry Tomato Tart on a Bed of Fresh Basil Pesto. Perfect for summer, fresh and flavorful with crisp puff pastry.

Recipe Details

Prep time
15m
Cook time
20m
Rest time
5m
Total time
40m

Ingredients

Servings:
1
  • 150 g cherry tomato
  • 100 g puff pastry sheet
  • 20 g fresh basil leaves
  • 15 g pine nuts
  • 20 g parmesan cheese grated
  • 30 ml extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 piece garlic clove minced
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 pinch black pepper ground

Origins

International

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius (about 400 Fahrenheit).
  2. Roll out the puff pastry sheet on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
  3. Prick the pastry surface lightly with a fork to prevent puffing.
  4. Wash and halve the cherry tomatoes.
  5. Bake the puff pastry in the oven for 10 minutes until lightly golden.
  6. While the pastry bakes, prepare the basil pesto: place fresh basil leaves, pine nuts, grated parmesan cheese, minced garlic clove, salt, and black pepper in a blender.
  7. Slowly add extra virgin olive oil while blending until smooth and creamy.
  8. Remove the pastry from the oven and spread a thin layer of basil pesto evenly over it.
  9. Arrange the halved cherry tomatoes on top of the pesto layer.
  10. Return the tart to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes until tomatoes are soft and pastry is golden brown.
  11. Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Tips

  • Use ripe cherry tomatoes for the best flavor.
  • Do not overbake the puff pastry to keep it crisp.
  • Fresh basil is essential for a vibrant pesto taste.

Serving Suggestions

  • light green salad
  • chilled white wine
  • grilled vegetables

This cherry tomato tart with fresh basil pesto is a delightful and easy dish to brighten any meal. Serve warm with a light salad for best enjoyment.

Nutrition Facts

Estimated values per 100g.

  • Fiber (g): 2
  • Sodium (g): 0.3
  • Sugar (g): 5
  • Fat (g): 15
  • Carbohydrates (g): 20
  • Protein (g): 5
  • Calories: 250
  • Cholesterol (g): 0.03
  • Saturated Fat (g): 3

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