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Asparagus, Pea and Ricotta Tarts

Savory Asparagus, Pea and Ricotta Tarts for Easy Entertaining

Delicious Asparagus, Pea, and Ricotta Tarts are a vibrant and easy-to-make dish perfect for entertaining.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 27 minutes
Total Time 47 minutes
Servings: 6 tarts
Course: Baking
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tarts
  • 1 sheet Puff Pastry store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese or cottage cheese for a lighter option
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh minced garlic for extra punch
  • 1 each Lemon zested and juiced
  • 1 each Egg whisked; a flax egg can serve a vegan purpose
  • 1 bunch Asparagus trimmed, can swap with green beans
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or avocado oil for different flavor
  • to taste Salt & Freshly Ground Black Pepper adjust according to your taste
  • 1 cup Peas fresh or thawed, edamame is a great substitute
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Mint chopped, or basil instead

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • sharp knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface until about 1/4 inch thick.
  3. Cut the rolled pastry into six equal rectangles and arrange them on the lined baking sheets.
  4. In a mixing bowl, mix ricotta, garlic powder, lemon zest, lemon juice, and whisked egg until smooth.
  5. Trim asparagus, toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper before baking.
  6. Spoon ricotta mixture onto each pastry, top with seasoned asparagus, and fold edges to seal.
  7. Bake for about 20 minutes until golden brown, watching closely to avoid over-browning.
  8. Add peas on top and bake for an additional 7-10 minutes until peas are warmed through.
  9. Cool for a few minutes, then garnish with chopped mint before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tartCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 7gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These tarts can be made ahead of time and refrigerated unbaked for up to 24 hours. Serve warm or at room temperature for best flavor.

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