Mediterranean Roast Vegetable and Feta Tart
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this exquisite tart. Loaded with sweet roasted vegetables, creamy feta cheese, and an enticing wholemeal crust, this dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a culinary delight that’s simple to prepare. Perfect for brunch or a light dinner, this tart is sure to impress with its combination of textures and rich flavors.
6 serving(s)
Servings
N/A
Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
self-raising flour
125 g (mixed)
wholemeal flour
50 g (mixed)
chilled butter
75 g (diced)
cold water
3 tablespoons (added to form dough)
red pepper
1 (cored, deseeded, cut into thick strips)
onion
1 (cut into wedges)
tomatoes
3 (halved)
butternut squash
1/4 (peeled, cut into chunks)
carrot
1 (cut into chunks)
garlic cloves
2 (chopped)
rosemary sprigs
4 small (whole)
feta cheese
125 g (cubed)
Instructions
1
Preheat the oven to 200°C (392°F).
2
In a mixing bowl, combine self-raising flour and wholemeal flour. Add in the chilled, diced butter and rub in with fingertips until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
3
Add cold water a tablespoon at a time to the flour mixture, stirring until a firm dough forms. Knead briefly on a floured surface, then wrap in cling film and refrigerate for 30 minutes to chill.
4
While the dough is chilling, prepare the vegetables: Place red pepper strips, onion wedges, tomato halves, butternut squash chunks, and carrot chunks into a roasting tin. Add chopped garlic and rosemary sprigs, then drizzle with olive oil, tossing to coat everything evenly.
5
Roast the vegetables for 35 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized, tossing halfway through for even roasting.
6
After 30 minutes, remove the dough from the fridge and roll it out on a floured surface. Line a 23cm (9-inch) tart dish with the dough, trimming any excess. Cover the pastry with parchment paper and fill with baking beans or raw rice to weigh it down.
7
Bake the pastry blind for 15 minutes. Remove the parchment and beans, then return to the oven for another 5 minutes until lightly golden.
8
Once the base is ready, fill it with the roasted vegetables. Scatter the cubed feta cheese evenly on top.
9
Return the filled tart to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the feta begins to brown slightly.
10
Allow the tart to cool slightly, then slice and serve warm. Enjoy the delightful blend of Mediterranean flavors!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Mediterranean Roast Vegetable and Feta Tart?
It is a savory tart featuring sweet roasted vegetables, creamy feta cheese, and a wholemeal crust, perfect for brunch or a light dinner.
How many servings does this tart provide?
This recipe makes 6 servings.
Is this recipe vegetarian?
Yes, this recipe is tagged as vegetarian.
What oven temperature is required?
The oven should be preheated to 200°C (392°F).
What types of flour are used in the crust?
The crust uses a combination of 125g self-raising flour and 50g wholemeal flour.
How much butter is needed for the pastry?
The recipe calls for 75g of chilled, diced butter.
How much water is added to the dough?
Cold water is added one tablespoon at a time, specifically 3 tablespoons in total, until a firm dough forms.
How long should the dough chill in the refrigerator?
The dough should be wrapped in cling film and refrigerated for 30 minutes.
Which vegetables are included in the roasting mix?
The roast includes red pepper, onion, tomatoes, butternut squash, and carrot.
How is the red pepper prepared?
The red pepper should be cored, deseeded, and cut into thick strips.
How should the onion be cut?
The onion should be cut into wedges.
How do I prepare the butternut squash?
Peel the butternut squash and cut it into chunks.
How is the garlic prepared for roasting?
Two cloves of garlic should be chopped before adding them to the roasting tin.
What herbs are used in the roasting process?
The recipe uses 4 small whole rosemary sprigs.
How long do the vegetables need to roast?
The vegetables should roast for 35 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.
What size tart dish is recommended?
A 23cm (9-inch) tart dish is recommended.
What is used to weigh down the pastry during blind baking?
You can use baking beans or raw rice to weigh down the parchment paper.
How long is the blind baking process?
Bake the pastry with weights for 15 minutes, then for another 5 minutes without weights until golden.
How much feta cheese is required?
The recipe requires 125g of feta cheese.
How should the feta cheese be prepared?
The feta cheese should be cubed before being scattered on the tart.
When is the feta added to the tart?
The feta is scattered on top of the roasted vegetables once they are inside the pastry base.
How long is the final baking time for the filled tart?
Bake the filled tart for an additional 10 minutes until the feta begins to brown slightly.
Should the tart be served hot or cold?
The tart should be allowed to cool slightly and served warm.
How many total ingredients are listed in this recipe?
There are 12 ingredients in total.
What type of oil is used for the vegetables?
Olive oil is used to drizzle and coat the vegetables for roasting.
How is the butter combined with the flour?
The chilled, diced butter is rubbed into the flour with fingertips until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include mediterranean, roasted vegetables, feta tart, savory pie, brunch, light dinner, and vegetarian.
Can I use this recipe for a light dinner?
Yes, it is described as being perfect for brunch or a light dinner.
How many tomatoes are needed?
The recipe calls for 3 tomatoes, halved.
How should the carrot be prepared?
The carrot should be cut into chunks.