Ricotta and Asparagus Puff Pastry Tart
Ricotta and Asparagus Puff Pastry Tart pairs a buttery, crisp crust with a creamy ricotta-Asiago layer and tender spears of asparagus. The contrast of flaky pastry and smooth, herbed cheese makes every bite rich yet light, ideal for brunch, a spring appetizer, or a simple dinner with a salad.
- Prep25 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Ricotta and Asparagus Puff Pastry Tart, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 59 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 57 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 39
- Heart Health
- 77
- Metabolic
- 27
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 26
- Performance
- 35
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Lower the heat to medium and add the asparagus. Cook until slightly softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove the asparagus and immediately plunge them into cold water. Drain, then blot the asparagus dry with a paper towel.
- 3
Crack the egg into a small bowl and beat lightly. Measure about 1 tablespoon of the beaten egg and set it aside for the egg wash. Add the ricotta, Asiago cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to the remaining egg and whisk until well combined.
- 4
On a lightly floured surface, roll the puff pastry into a large rectangle, about 10x15 inches, and place it on the prepared baking sheet. Dip a pastry brush into the remaining beaten egg and brush a 1-inch border around the pastry edges.
- 5
Spoon the ricotta filling onto the center of the puff pastry and spread it into an even layer, leaving a 1-inch border on all sides. Arrange the asparagus over the filling. Drizzle the asparagus with olive oil and season with salt and pepper, if desired.
- 6
Bake the tart in the preheated oven until the puff pastry is puffed and browned on the edges, 25 to 30 minutes. Let the tart cool for a few minutes, then cut into 8 squares. Serve slightly warm or at room temperature.
- Calories 199.48 kcal Moderate 10%
- Protein 6.47 g Moderate 13%
- Carbohydrate 14.97 g 5%
- Total Fat 12.81 g Moderate 16%
- Saturated Fat 6.28 g High 31%
- Trans Fat 0.06 g High --
- Cholesterol 40.36 mg Moderate 13%
- Sodium 174.22 mg Moderate 8%
- Dietary Fiber 3.46 g Moderate 12%
- Total Sugars 1.39 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 80.8 mg Low Source 6%
- Iron 1.42 mg Low Source 8%
- Potassium 170.74 mg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin A 47.73 mcg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin C 3.21 mg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin D 0.15 mcg Low Source 1%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
About This Recipe
Ricotta and Asparagus Puff Pastry Tart is made with 9 ingredients and serves 8. It takes about 55 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Asparagus, Black Pepper, Eggs, and Italian Seasoning. Each serving provides about 199.48 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Ricotta and Asparagus Puff Pastry Tart made of?
- The main ingredients are Asparagus, Black Pepper, Eggs, Italian Seasoning, Olive Oil. The full list of 9 is above.
- How long does it take to make Ricotta and Asparagus Puff Pastry Tart?
- About 55 mins in total: 25 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 199.48 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Ricotta and Asparagus Puff Pastry Tart easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 9 ingredients and 6 steps.
- Is Ricotta and Asparagus Puff Pastry Tart healthy?
- Ricotta and Asparagus Puff Pastry Tart has an easyChef Pro health score of 40/100. Per serving, it provides 199.48 calories and 6.47 g of protein, or 13% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 174.22 mg (8% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 6.28 g (31% of the Daily Value). It contains Eggs, Milk, Wheat and Gluten, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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