Hearts of Palm with Herb Pastry Spicy Tomato Sauce

Delight your taste buds with this elegant and savory recipe for Hearts of Palm with Herb Pastry and Spicy Tomato Sauce! This stunning dish combines tender hearts of palm wrapped in buttery, herb-infused pastry with a luscious, fiery tomato sauce infused with garlic, red chili flakes, and fresh basil. The addition of parsley and thyme to the pastry dough elevates its flavor, creating a perfect harmony of crispiness and freshness. Whether served as an appetizer at a dinner party or a creative vegetarian snack, this dish is sure to impress. Simple, with only 30 minutes of prep, the golden-baked hearts of palm are irresistible when dipped into the bold and zesty sauce. Packed with vibrant ingredients and a combination of textures, this recipe is a must-try for fans of gourmet flair and bold flavors!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 pieces Hearts of palm
• 250 grams All-purpose flour
• 125 grams Unsalted butter (cold and diced)
• 4 tablespoons Cold water
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 piece Egg (beaten)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Red chili flakes
• 400 grams Canned crushed tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh basil leaves (chopped)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, mix the flour and salt. Add the cold diced butter, then use your fingertips to rub it into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

Stir in the parsley and thyme. Gradually add cold water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together.

Step 4

Flatten the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 20 minutes.

Step 5

While the dough is chilling, prepare the spicy tomato sauce. Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 6

Add the red chili flakes and cook for 30 seconds. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, sugar, black pepper, and a pinch of salt. Simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Remove the sauce from heat and stir in the chopped basil. Set aside.

Step 8

Roll the pastry dough out on a lightly floured surface into a thin sheet (about 3-4mm thick). Cut into strips approximately 2.5cm wide and 15cm long.

Step 9

Wrap each heart of palm with a strip of pastry, ensuring the ends overlap slightly. Seal by gently pressing the dough together.

Step 10

Place the wrapped hearts of palm onto the prepared baking sheet. Brush each piece with the beaten egg to ensure a golden crust.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until the pastry is golden and crispy.

Step 12

Serve the baked hearts of palm with the spicy tomato sauce on the side for dipping. Garnish with additional chopped herbs if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1004.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2296.1

Total Fat 139.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 71.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 462.8mg	0%
Sodium 3346.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 226.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.2g	0%
Total Sugars 21.7g
Protein 40.2g	0%

Vitamin D 102.5IU	0%
Calcium 267.0mg	0%
Iron 17.7mg	0%
Potassium 1932.0mg	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: 54.1%

Protein: 6.9%

Carbs: 39.0%