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Fresh Tomato Tart with Homemade Crust

Fresh Tomato Tart with Homemade Crust for Summer Bliss

This Fresh Tomato Tart with Homemade Crust offers a delicious balance of summer flavors, perfect for gatherings or a light dinner.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour Whole wheat flour can be substituted for a nuttier flavor.
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter Use cold, cubed butter for best results.
  • 1 large egg yolk Provides richness and binding.
  • 3 tablespoons cold water Chilled water helps maintain crust flakiness.
For the Filling
  • 4-5 ripe summer tomatoes Drain well to prevent sogginess.
  • 0.25 cups fresh parsley Can be substituted with basil or oregano.
  • 0.25 cups fresh basil Fresh is preferred, but dried can be used in a pinch.
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme Earthy depth; can use dried if fresh isn't available.
  • 2 cloves garlic Finely mince or crush for even distribution.
  • to taste salt & black pepper Essential to enhance flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Can be substituted with melted butter.
  • to taste Dijon mustard Prevents sogginess in the crust.
For the Cheese Topping
  • 1 cups Gruyere cheese Freshly grated is best.
  • 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese Pecorino romano can be used for a sharper flavor.

Equipment

  • food processor
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Plastic wrap
  • Oven

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a food processor, pulse together all-purpose flour and salt. Add cold butter and pulse until it resembles small peas. Combine egg yolk with cold water, drizzle into the processor while mixing until crumbly. Form into a disk and chill for 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice tomatoes into rounds, place on a wire rack, and let drain for 10-15 minutes. Pat dry to avoid sogginess.
  3. In the food processor, combine parsley, basil, thyme, and garlic. Add salt and pepper. Drizzle in olive oil until a paste forms and toss with the drained tomatoes.
  4. Roll chilled dough into a 10x15-inch rectangle, transfer to a baking sheet, and press into corners. Line with foil, fill with weights, and bake for 15 minutes. Cool and lower oven to 375°F (190°C).
  5. Brush the crust with Dijon mustard, sprinkle cheese over the base, arrange tomatoes and herb mixture, then add another layer of Gruyere.
  6. Bake for 30 minutes until cheese is golden and bubbly. Let cool slightly before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Drain tomatoes well to avoid sogginess. Keep ingredients cold for flakiness in crust. Allow tart to rest before slicing.

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