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Asparagus, Pea and Ricotta Tarts

Delicious Asparagus, Pea and Ricotta Tarts for Easy Entertaining

These Asparagus, Pea and Ricotta Tarts are a delightful, easy-to-make appetizer perfect for entertaining or a light lunch.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 tarts
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: International
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tarts
  • 1 sheet Puff Pastry Dough store-bought for convenience
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese or substitute with cottage cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh minced garlic for bolder taste
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice or lime juice as an alternative
  • 1 large Egg for vegan version, use a flaxseed egg
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Asparagus can be swapped for green beans
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil or melted butter for richer taste
  • to taste Salt using sea salt can elevate the taste
  • to taste Black Pepper
  • 1 cup Peas frozen peas work well without needing to thaw
For the Garnish
  • a few Fresh Mint or substitute with basil or parsley

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Rolling Pin
  • Mixing Bowl
  • 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 store-bought puff pastry until smooth and consistent in thickness.
  3. Cut the pastry into six rectangles measuring 5-by-6 inches and transfer to baking sheets.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, garlic powder, lemon zest, lemon juice, and egg until smooth.
  5. Toss asparagus with olive oil, salt, and black pepper until well-coated.
  6. Spoon the ricotta mixture onto each pastry rectangle, leaving a small border, and top with asparagus.
  7. Bake for 20 minutes in the preheated oven until golden brown.
  8. Sprinkle peas over the top and return to the oven for an additional 7-10 minutes.
  9. Allow to cool slightly and garnish with fresh mint before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tartCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Keep the puff pastry cool until baking for a perfect flaky texture. Avoid overfilling and keep an eye on the baking time.

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