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Asparagus Gruyere Tart

Manila Spoon
Quick and easy, delicious and beautiful Asparagus Gruyere Tart! I have to exercise self-control when I eat this as it's so good!!!
5 from 14 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Course Lunch
Cuisine American
Servings 10 slices
Calories 259 kcal

Ingredients
 

  • 1 sheet frozen Puff Pastry, thawed
  • 2 cups grated Gruyere Cheese, see Notes for possible substitute
  • bunch of thin Asparagus
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper, sliced (see photo of tart to see how it should look like when chopped)
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • Salt and Pepper, to taste
  • Balsamic Vinegar, optional
  • Italian Herb Seasoning or your favorite combo of dried herbs, optional (I used the Demarle Rosemary, Basil and Thyme Blend)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400 F. Place the defrosted puff pastry on top of a large shallow baking sheet. Unfold and roll the defrosted puff pastry sheet to about 16" x 12" rectangular shape.
  • Score the dough 1" from the edges to create a rectangular frame. Use a fork to pierce the dough inside the frame. This is to prevent the dough from rising while it's baking and will leave a nice frame around the perimeter of the dough.
  • Bake just until it turns a little light brown about 8-10 minutes. Remove the shell from the oven. Sprinkle with the shredded cheese and lay the asparagus alternating the ends and tips. Brush with oil using a pastry brush. Place the sliced bell pepper on top. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Bake for about 20 minutes or until the asparagus are crisp-tender and the cheese has melted. Slide the tart onto a serving dish. Sprinkle with your choice of dried herb blend and drizzle with a few drops of balsamic vinegar. Serve with a salad for a light lunch or dinner.

Notes

TIPS & TRICKS
Gruyere cheese may cost more than your regular cheese or may be hard to find in your area. In this case, you may substitute it with shredded mozzarella or 4-Cheese Italian Blend. I have tried them both and they work ok and will melt well like Gruyere would...BUT...they won't have the nutty and rich, distinct flavor of Gruyere cheese. If you're able to find Gruyere then use it, 'cause it is so perfect for this.

Nutrition

Calories: 259kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 10gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 29mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 61mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 623IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 270mgIron: 1mg
Keyword asparagus gruyere tart
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