Zucchini Tart with Gruyere Cheese and Herbs

Elevate your appetizer game with this elegant Zucchini Tart with Gruyere Cheese and Herbs! Featuring a buttery, flaky puff pastry base, this recipe is layered with nutty Gruyere cheese, thinly sliced zucchini seasoned with garlic and fresh thyme, and a touch of Parmesan for extra depth. This savory tart is as visually stunning as it is delicious, with its golden-brown crust and a beautifully arranged zucchini topping. Perfect for brunches, light lunches, or dinner parties, this easy-to-make tart bakes to perfection in just 30 minutes and can be served warm or at room temperature. Garnish with fresh parsley for a finishing touch that makes every slice irresistible.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 sheet store-bought puff pastry
• 2 medium zucchini
• 1 cup Gruyere cheese
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 large egg
• 2 tablespoons cream

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to fit a baking sheet or tart pan. Transfer the pastry to a parchment-lined baking sheet or tart pan, trimming any excess.

Step 3

Using a sharp knife, lightly score a 1-inch border around the edges of the pastry. Be careful not to cut all the way through. This will create a raised edge for the tart.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and cream to create an egg wash. Brush the edges of the puff pastry with the egg wash.

Step 5

Grate the Gruyere cheese and sprinkle it evenly over the inside of the scored border. Leave about 1/2 inch of space from the border.

Step 6

Wash the zucchinis and slice them thinly into rounds, about 1/8-inch thick.

Step 7

In a mixing bowl, toss the zucchini slices with olive oil, minced garlic, fresh thyme, salt, and black pepper.

Step 8

Arrange the seasoned zucchini slices in overlapping rows or a circular pattern on top of the Gruyere cheese layer. Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese evenly over the zucchini.

Step 9

Bake the tart in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the zucchini is tender.

Step 10

Remove the tart from the oven and allow it to cool slightly. Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Step 11

Slice into portions and serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(938.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2656.9

Total Fat 189.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 61.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.1g
Cholesterol 387.0mg	0%
Sodium 6821.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 159.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.1g	0%
Total Sugars 31.9g
Protein 75.8g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 1637.0mg	0%
Iron 9.9mg	0%
Potassium 1284.0mg	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: 64.4%

Protein: 11.5%

Carbs: 24.1%