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Heirloom Tomato Ricotta Tart: A Delicious, Easy Delight!

A delicious and easy heirloom tomato ricotta tart that combines fresh ingredients for a delightful dish.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 280

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter chilled and cubed
  • 1/4 cup ice water
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 3-4 medium heirloom tomatoes sliced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt. Add the cubed butter and mix with a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Gradually add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough comes together. Form the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  4. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough into a 12-inch circle. Transfer it to a 9-inch tart pan, pressing it into the bottom and up the sides. Trim any excess dough.
  5. In a medium bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth. Spread the mixture evenly over the tart crust.
  6. Arrange the sliced heirloom tomatoes on top of the ricotta mixture. Drizzle with olive oil and season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the tart is golden brown and the tomatoes are tender.
  8. Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 10gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a twist, try adding a layer of sautéed spinach or zucchini before the tomatoes for extra flavor and nutrition.
  • You can also substitute the ricotta with goat cheese for a tangy variation.

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