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Asparagus Leek and Feta Tart is not just food, it is love baked into a flaky crust.
Taste the difference with every flaky bite of Asparagus Leek and Feta Tart
Tarts have long been a staple in culinary traditions, offering a canvas for seasonal ingredients. Originating as practical meals, vegetable tarts evolved, embodying both necessity and sophistication. The introduction of the asparagus and leek tart marked a significant moment in this journey. This dish combines the tender flavors of spring with a crisp, buttery crust, demonstrating a refined approach to vegetarian cooking. It celebrates the earth’s offerings in a form that has transitioned from simple sustenance to elegant, gourmet fare.
Assembling a Delicious Asparagus Leek and Feta Tart
To embark on this journey, one will need asparagus, leeks finely chopped, vegetable broth, flour, baby mozzarella cheese balls, and puff pastry for the base. Salt, pepper, and avocado oil are essential for seasoning. The process starts with warming oil and butter, where leeks are tenderized. Flour is then integrated to ensure no lumps form. Gradually, vegetable broth is added, and the mixture simmers until it achieves a creamy consistency. On a surface dusted with flour, the puff pastry awaits, soon to be layered with this rich leek mixture, adorned with asparagus, and sprinkled with mozzarella cheese, promising a golden delight post-baking.
Asparagus Leek and Feta Tart: Oven Magic and Presentation
To achieve that coveted golden-brown crust, one will set the oven to a cozy 180C. Placing it in the middle of your oven will ensure the tart basks evenly. Cut into small, sophisticated portions for an elegant appetizer that will dazzle at any dinner party. Alternatively, larger slices turn this vegetarian delight into the star of a hearty family meal.
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Asparagus Leek and Feta Tart
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8–10 depending on size 1x
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Easy
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
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Ingredients
- 2 –3 Leeks (finely chopped)
- 1 Bunch Asparagus
- 1 cup Vegetable Broth/Stock
- 2 Tablespoons Flour
- 1 Tub of Fresh Baby Mozzarella Balls
- Salt & Pepper to taste
- Avocado Oil
- 2 Tablespoons Butter
- Puff Pastry (store-bought)
Instructions
- Heat the oil and butter in a large pan.
- Sauté leeks till tender.
- Season then add the flour and stir well to cook out the flour.
- Pour in the stock, stir to prevent lumps, then allow it to simmer on a gentle heat until the mixture becomes thick and creamy.
- Remove from heat and allow cooling.
- Place pastry on a lightly floured surface.
- Fold the edges over about 2 cm all around to create a square.
- Place on a deep baking tray or in a deep dish.
- Spread the leek mixture on the bottom, place the asparagus spears on, then dot with the cheese balls.
- Season, then place in oven at 180C/350F for 25–30 minutes, or until pastry has browned.
- Serve warm and enjoy!!
Notes
Created, Prepared, tried, and tested by Rochelle from SA Tasty Recipes – Saffas Daily Recipes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 227
- Sugar: 2.1 g
- Sodium: 222.7 mg
- Fat: 14.7 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1.7 g
- Protein: 6.6 g
- Cholesterol: 8.1 mg
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I would love this! Leeks and feta are some of my favorite things. Thanks for sharing this post with us at the Will Blog for Comments #58 linkup. Looking forward to seeing what you share at #59. 🙂 Have a great weekend!
Thanks for popping in Jennifer, veggies all around – and I am a happy camper. Enjoy
This sounds wonderful. I’ve never had leeks so I’m eagerly anticipating try this.
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Dear Paula, Enjoy this tart and please come back and let us know what you think. Happy baking
I don’t cook with asparagus enough. Both my husband and I enjoy it. Going to add this to our meal plan.
Hi Laura, hope that you and hubby will enjoy this tart
Yum! #TheRandom
Thank you Lydia, love asparagus, leek en tart, now combine them and I am all over it.
Yum. Delicious! #TalkaboutitTuesday
Lydia, enjoy it, and hope you have time to try it out.
This looks incredible!
Thanks, Joanne, hope you will give it a go and above all enjoy it. I appreciate you popping in here. have a wonderful day