A colorful tart with a flaky crust, topped with vibrant spring vegetables.

Savory Spring Vegetable Tart

Name: Savory Spring Vegetable Tart
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: store-bought puff pastry, 1 sheet thawed; asparagus, 1 cup trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces; sugar snap peas, 1 cup trimmed and halved; cherry tomatoes, 1 cup halved; olive oil, 1 tablespoon; fresh dill, 2 tablespoons chopped; fresh chives, 2 tablespoons chopped; grated Parmesan cheese, 1/4 cup; Salt, to taste; pepper, to taste; large eggs, 4; white vinegar, 1 tablespoon; butter, 2 tablespoons; Salt, to taste; pepper, to taste

Category Brunch

Prep 15 minutes

Cook 20 minutes

Style French

Technique Bake

Diet Friendly Vegetarian

Daily Recipe: July 08, 2023

This recipe is a unique twist on a classic French brunch dish, inspired by the seasonal ingredients of July. Featuring fresh vegetables and a flavorful herb-infused sauce, it's a light and refreshing option perfect for a cloudy summer day in New York City.

Ingredients (for 4)

Store-bought puff pastry - 1 sheet - thawed
Asparagus - 1 cup - trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
Sugar snap peas - 1 cup - trimmed and halved
Cherry tomatoes - 1 cup - halved
Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
Fresh dill - 2 tablespoons - chopped
Fresh chives - 2 tablespoons - chopped
Grated parmesan cheese - 1/4 cup
Salt - to taste
Pepper - to taste
Large eggs - 4
White vinegar - 1 tablespoon
Butter - 2 tablespoons
Salt - to taste
Pepper - to taste

Preparation

Step 1 - 🔥🍞

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Step 2 - 📜🔀📦

Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and transfer it to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Step 3 - ✂️🔢🚧

Using a sharp knife, score a 1-inch border around the edges of the pastry.
Step 4 - 🍴💥

Prick the center of the pastry with a fork to prevent it from puffing up too much.
Step 5 - 🥦🍅🍲🥢

Place the asparagus, sugar snap peas, and cherry tomatoes in a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt, pepper, fresh dill, and fresh chives. Toss to coat the vegetables evenly.
Step 6 - 🥦🍅🎯

Arrange the seasoned vegetables on the puff pastry within the scored border.
Step 7 - 🧀➕🔟

Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the vegetables, excluding the border.
Step 8 - 🔥🧁⏰

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and crisp.
Step 9 - 🍲🌊🌡️

Meanwhile, fill a large saucepan with water and bring it to a simmer over medium heat.
Step 10 - 👨‍🍳🍢🌪️

Add the vinegar to the simmering water and stir to create a gentle whirlpool.
Step 11 - 🥚↘️🍲🕐⏱️

Crack each egg into a separate small bowl or ramekin. Carefully slide each egg into the simmering water, one at a time. Poach the eggs for 3-4 minutes, or until the whites are set but the yolks are still slightly runny.
Step 12 - 🥚🥄↗️🧻

Remove the eggs from the water using a slotted spoon and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess water.
Step 13 - 🧁🔥❄️

Once the tart is baked, remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly.
Step 14 - 🧈🍳🔥

Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat.
Step 15 - 🧈🖌️🚧

Gently brush the border of the tart with the melted butter.
Step 16 - 🥚🔝🧂🌶️

Place the poached eggs on top of the vegetables, and season with salt and pepper.
Step 17 - 🌿🥬✨

Garnish with additional fresh herbs if desired.
Step 18 - 🍽️🧁🌡️

Serve the savory spring vegetable tart warm or at room temperature.
Step 19 - 😋🍽️

Enjoy!

Additional

Feel free to customize the vegetable toppings based on seasonal availability. This tart can also be served as a light lunch or dinner option. Kids can help with arranging the vegetables on the puff pastry and cracking eggs into bowls.