As we head into the silly season our weeks are getting increasingly busy so quick and easy dinners are very much on the cards. This goat’s cheese tart is very much that, a quick dinner that’s easy to make with minimal effort. It’s something I have been making for years and was one of the first recipes I learned to cook. There are a gazillion versions of this on the web, this is just our favourite version.
This goat’s cheese tart comes with balsamic roasted cherry tomatoes, these tomatoes are roasted until they are sweet and just burst. I also use plenty of red onion, for this tart which also gives the tart some sweetness. However, if you want to cut down on time then you could skip roasting the tomatoes, you will need to chop them in half before to add them to the tart. If you have time I highly recommend roasting them though!
A good quality goat’s cheese is essential so I recommend not skimping on that. For this tart, I use a mild and creamy goat’s cheese, this is the perfect balance against the sweet cherry tomatoes. I use a vegetarian red pesto on the base then top the whole thing off with some thyme, salt and pepper and have a very tasty tart. Perfect for lunch or dinner.
I usually serve this with salad but if you want to go the extra mile or you have a very hungry family to feed, baked potato wedges are great with this. This goat’s cheese tart can be eaten warm or cold, I prefer it warm though. Leftovers are great for work lunches, again if you can warm it up all the better.
What’s so good about this Goat’s Cheese Tart?
- This tart is really easy to pull together
- Under 400 calories per serving
- Ready in 40 minutes
- Crumbly, flaky pastry, tasty toppings, it’s almost a pizza!!
Goat's Cheese Tart with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes
Ingredients
- 345 g plump cherry tomatoes left whole
- 2 tbsp olive oil divided
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 tsp of both sea salt and cracked black pepper divided
- 1 320g roll of ready-made puff pastry
- 1 tbsp finely grated pecorino cheese
- 2 tbsp vegetarian red pesto
- 1 medium red onion (140g) peeled, cut lengthways then sliced thinly
- 125 g of goat's cheese
- A generous pinch freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tsp milk
- 4 or 5 sprigs of fresh thyme
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200 degrees C / 392 F. I use a fan assisted electric oven please adjust the temperature according to your own oven.Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Add the cherry tomatoes to a medium oven safe dish. Add the balsamic vinegar, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt and pepper. Give everything a good shake then place the dish on the top shelf of the oven and roast for 15 minutes. Set aside until you are ready to use them.
- Roll out the pastry and place it on the lined baking sheet.Using a sharp knife, score the pastry all along the edge, about 2.5cm in from the edge.Using a fork, prick the pastry a good few times.
- Spread the red pesto over the pastry avoiding the edges. Evenly place the red onion over the pastry. Scatter the pecorino cheese over the pesto. Using a slotted spoon add the roasted cherry tomatoes to the tart.Crumble the goat's cheese over the tart then add the thyme. You can just add the sprigs or pluck the leaves and scatter them over the tart. I do a mixture of both.Drizzle the remaining olive oil over everything and add about a 1/4 teaspoon each of sea salt and cracked black pepper.Using a pastry brush, brush the edges of the tart with the milk.
Bake on the top shelf of the oven for 20 minutes or until the pastry has risen, the tart is golden brown around the edges and the pastry are cooked. - Serve immediately with a green salad.
Notes
- Calories are approximate and are based on 6 servings.
- If you want to make this quicker then avoid roasting the tomatoes, cut them in half and add to the tart before you cook it.
- This is best served warm but can be served cold too.
- If you have leftovers keep it in the fridge for a day or two, then warm up in the oven or microwave.
- This is not suitable for freezing.
Nutrition
More quick and easy vegetarian dinners:
- Mushroom Stir Fry with Broccoli & Pepper
- Harissa Baked Cauliflower Tacos
- Artichoke & Spinach Flatbread Pizza
- Orzo Pasta Salad with Pesto
- Vegetarian Quesadilla
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Claudia Lamascolo says
November 21, 2018 at 11:17 amwow not only bursting with wonderful vibrant colors ! I can taste this in those gorgeous photos in my head!
Michelle Alston says
November 21, 2018 at 2:06 pmAh, thank you so much Claudia Xx
Jenny Caldwell says
December 11, 2018 at 5:28 amHow thin should the dough be rolled out? I’m excited about this recipe.
Michelle Alston says
December 11, 2018 at 7:57 amHi Jenny, the pastry comes pre-rolled so you just need to unroll it. If you are using a block of puff pastry you would need to roll that out to about 4mm or 0.15 of an inch. I hope this is clearer, I hope you enjoy it Xx
Veena Azmanov says
November 21, 2018 at 11:27 amThis Tart is so colorful. The Cherry Tomatoes and Cheese makes this dish delicious.
Michelle Alston says
November 21, 2018 at 2:06 pmThanks Veena x
Danielle Wolter says
November 21, 2018 at 11:49 amThis is perfection!! I love how easy it is, and am all about dishes with goat cheese. What great flavors!
Michelle Alston says
November 21, 2018 at 2:08 pmThank you Xx
Bintu | Recipes From A Pantry says
November 21, 2018 at 11:51 amThis looks amazing! This would be eaten up so quickly in my house. I don’t use goats cheese anywhere near as often as I should!
Michelle Alston says
November 21, 2018 at 2:07 pmThanks Bintu, it doesn’t last long in my house 😉
Danielle says
November 21, 2018 at 12:01 pmThis is a beautiful looking tart. I love goats cheese, so this would be perfect for me.
Michelle Alston says
November 21, 2018 at 2:07 pmThank you Danielle x
Analida Braeger says
November 21, 2018 at 9:57 pmIt’s so beautiful, delicious, and topped with my favorite things. I imagine it pairs beautifully with an arugula salad and a glass of wine. What a classy meal! Thank you.
Aditi Bahl says
November 22, 2018 at 8:38 amthis tart is so colorful and gorgeous that i want to instantly try this one.
Veena Azmanov says
November 22, 2018 at 2:11 pmThat looks so pretty. I love puff pastry for a quick pizza. This sounds so good. Love the addition of goat cheese.
Ruchi says
November 23, 2018 at 3:48 pmLately i started to like goat cheese and was looking for recipes. What an amazing tart, and colors are so vibrant!
Karyl Henry says
November 24, 2018 at 8:48 pmI just ate lunch, but I could still make room for this fabulous tart! I’ve recently made a couple of recipes with puff pastry so I now always keep it on hand, and I’m for sure adding this to my make-list
Gina Hoskins says
November 25, 2018 at 5:51 amThis looks delicious! Your photography is beautiful as well!!
Marisa Franca says
November 25, 2018 at 9:29 pmThe tart is absolutely beautiful. What a great appetizer. I have to admit I’m a sucker for goat cheese. And roasted tomatoes? Well, is there anything else? With the holidays here this is perfect and I know our entire family would be nuts about it.
Sri Mallya says
November 25, 2018 at 11:13 pmYour pics are making me drool. Goat cheese is our new favorite amd I love adding it in my recipe. This tart looks so delicious. Pinned!
Jennifer says
November 26, 2018 at 1:33 amAdding this to my brunch menu ASAP! This would be the perfect savory addition to brunch.
Brittany Hollie says
November 26, 2018 at 3:45 amI ADORE roasted tomatoes! I love everything about this tart, especially the goat cheese. Mmmm!
Renee Gardner says
November 26, 2018 at 4:34 amThis would be a tasty addition for a brunch with the girls. I’m a sucker for goat cheese and tomatoes.
Michele says
November 26, 2018 at 11:48 amThis is a gorgeous tart! Goat cheese is one of my favorite cheeses to use. Those gorgeous roasted tomatoes really make this dish pop! Cannot wait to try this for sure!