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Fresh Farmers Market Heirloom Tomato Tart with Creamy Ricotta

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A simple and delicious tart featuring a flaky crust, creamy ricotta filling with lemon zest and herbs, topped with fresh heirloom tomatoes. Perfect for casual dinners or entertaining with fresh summer produce.

Ingredients

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  • 1 sheet store-bought puff pastry (about 8 oz / 225 g), thawed (or homemade pie crust)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (for brushing)
  • Flour for dusting (optional, to roll out pastry)
  • 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese (about 250 g), well-drained
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon fresh basil, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder or 1 small clove fresh garlic, minced (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 3–4 medium heirloom tomatoes (about 1 lb / 450 g), thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish
  • Flaky sea salt (like Maldon) for finishing
  • Freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Roll out puff pastry lightly on a floured surface to about 12 x 10 inches if not pre-rolled. Transfer to baking sheet.
  3. Score a 1-inch border around edges without cutting through. Brush entire surface with olive oil, especially edges.
  4. Prick center of pastry inside border with fork several times. Bake 12-15 minutes until edges are golden and puffed but center is pale.
  5. While crust bakes, whisk ricotta, lemon zest, chopped basil, garlic (if using), salt, and pepper until creamy and spreadable.
  6. Slice heirloom tomatoes into 1/4-inch thick rounds carefully to keep shape.
  7. Remove crust from oven and lower temperature to 375°F (190°C). Spread ricotta mixture evenly inside scored border.
  8. Arrange tomato slices on top in overlapping pattern. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle flaky sea salt and black pepper.
  9. Bake tart for 15-20 minutes until tomatoes soften slightly but hold shape and crust is golden.
  10. Let tart cool 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh basil leaves. Slice and serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Blind bake the crust to prevent sogginess. Blot juicy tomatoes with paper towels before layering. Don’t skip lemon zest in ricotta for brightness. Watch oven carefully to avoid burning puff pastry. Can substitute cherry tomatoes or gluten-free crust. For dairy-free, use whipped tofu or cashew cream.

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