Goat's Cheese Shallot and Leek Tart a Bit of a French Tart

Elevate your next meal with this elegant Goat’s Cheese Shallot and Leek Tart, a sophisticated take on a classic French-inspired dish. Perfectly flaky puff pastry serves as the base for a rich filling of sweet caramelized shallots, tender leeks, and tangy goat's cheese, all brought together with a touch of fresh thyme. Each ingredient shines as the tart bakes to golden perfection, its savory aroma filling your kitchen. This recipe is surprisingly easy to prepare, making it an excellent choice for dinner parties, brunches, or even a light lunch. Serve it warm or at room temperature alongside a crisp green salad for a restaurant-worthy dish that's sure to impress. Keywords: goat's cheese tart, shallot and leek tart, French-style tart, puff pastry recipes, vegetarian tart.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 300 g Puff pastry
• 200 g Soft goat's cheese
• 3 large Shallots
• 2 medium-sized Leeks
• 30 g Unsalted butter
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 tsp Fresh thyme leaves
• 1 Egg
• 50 ml Heavy cream
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Roll out the puff pastry into a rectangle about 3-4mm thick and transfer it to the prepared baking sheet. Using a knife, gently score a 1.5cm border around the edges, being careful not to cut all the way through.

Step 3

Peel and thinly slice the shallots. Slice the leeks lengthwise and then into thin half-moons. Rinse them thoroughly under cold water to remove any grit and pat dry.

Step 4

In a large skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the shallots and cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.

Step 5

Add the leeks to the skillet along with the thyme leaves, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the leeks are soft and lightly caramelized. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and heavy cream. Set aside.

Step 7

Crumble the goat's cheese evenly over the center of the puff pastry, staying within the scored border.

Step 8

Spread the cooked shallot and leek mixture evenly over the goat’s cheese.

Step 9

Brush the egg and cream mixture over the exposed pastry border to give it a golden finish.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.

Step 11

Remove the tart from the oven and let it cool slightly before slicing and serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(998.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3047.4

Total Fat 223.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 129.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.1g
Cholesterol 419.6mg	0%
Sodium 3450.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 191.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.1g	0%
Total Sugars 20.4g
Protein 71.6g	0%

Vitamin D 48IU	0%
Calcium 562.0mg	0%
Iron 17.7mg	0%
Potassium 1379.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.6%

Protein: 9.4%

Carbs: 25.1%