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tomato ricotta phyllo tart

Savory Tomato Ricotta Phyllo Tart: Effortless Gourmet Delight

Easily create a stunning tomato ricotta phyllo tart that celebrates fresh ingredients and flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: APPETIZERS
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Phyllo Base
  • 8 oz Phyllo dough Can substitute with a pre-made pie crust.
  • 3 tbsp Olive oil Melted butter can be used for a richer taste.
For the Filling
  • 15 oz Ricotta cheese Can replace with cottage cheese or goat cheese.
  • 1 cup Fresh basil Can substitute with parsley or oregano.
  • 2 tbsp Fresh chives Can be swapped with green onions or omitted.
  • 1 tbsp Lemon zest Omit for a milder flavor.
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tsp Pepper Adjust to taste.
For the Topping
  • 4 medium Heirloom tomatoes Use any fresh tomatoes like Roma or grape.

Equipment

  • oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

How to Make Tomato Ricotta Phyllo Tart
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Layer one sheet of phyllo dough on the parchment, then brush a light layer of olive oil on top. Repeat for all sheets.
  3. Combine the ricotta cheese, chopped basil, chives, lemon zest, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Spread onto the phyllo base.
  4. Arrange the sliced heirloom tomatoes over the ricotta mixture and sprinkle with additional salt and pepper.
  5. Bake for 30 minutes until the phyllo is golden brown and crispy.
  6. Cool the tart slightly before slicing, garnish with chopped herbs, and serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 8gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Drizzle with balsamic glaze just before serving for an extra layer of flavor.

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