Savory Cream Tart with Fresh Veggies and Cheese

Cream Tart Salata
Category: Appetizer
Serves: 6

Ingredients

Instructions

1. Prepare the Dough
   Start by placing the flour, cold cubed butter, and coarse salt into a food processor. Pulse the mixture until it begins to form a compact dough. Transfer it onto a clean work surface and knead it briefly to bring the dough together. Form it into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow it to rest.

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2. Marinate Vegetables
   While the dough is resting, prepare the vegetables. Trim the ends of the zucchini and carrot. Using a vegetable peeler, slice the carrot and zucchini into paper-thin strips. Drizzle a little extra virgin olive oil into a baking dish, and add the vegetable slices. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt, then zest the lemon over the top. Mix everything together with a fork, cover with plastic wrap, and let it marinate in the refrigerator.

3. Shape the Tart Base
   Once the dough has rested, roll it out on a lightly floured surface. You’ll need to roll it thin enough to cut out two 18 cm circles. Using a round cutter (9 cm in diameter), cut out a circle from each of the larger discs. Place both of these dough rings onto a baking tray lined with parchment paper.

4. Bake the Tart Base
   Preheat your oven to 180°C (static mode). Bake the dough rings for about 20 minutes or until golden brown. Keep any leftover dough to create small savory tartlets or biscuits to decorate the tart. Once the tart bases are done, remove them from the oven and allow them to cool completely.

5. Make the Cream Cheese Filling
   While the tart shells are cooling, prepare the cream filling. In a bowl, place the fresh cream cheese and whip it with a whisk until smooth. Gradually add the fresh liquid cream in a steady stream, continuing to mix until fully incorporated and fluffy. Transfer the cream mixture into a piping bag fitted with a smooth 13mm nozzle.

6. Assemble the Tart
   Once the tart shells have cooled, take one of the rings and place it onto a serving platter. Pipe small dollops of the creamy cheese filling over the surface of the first ring. Top with the second ring of dough.

7. Decorate the Cream Tart
   Now, it’s time to decorate the tart. Begin by arranging the marinated carrot and zucchini slices in an artful pattern across the top. Halve the cherry tomatoes lengthwise and add them to the decoration. Scatter poppy seeds over the top for an extra touch of flavor and visual appeal. Garnish with a few fresh basil leaves for a burst of color and flavor.

8. Serve and Enjoy
   Once the tart is fully decorated, it’s ready to serve. This savory cream tart is perfect as an appetizer, offering a delightful balance of textures with the buttery tart crust, creamy filling, and fresh, marinated vegetables. It’s sure to impress guests at your next gathering!

This Cream Tart Salata is not only visually stunning but also an exquisite combination of flavors. The delicate pastry contrasts beautifully with the creamy cheese filling, while the fresh vegetables add a burst of color and freshness. Serve it for any special occasion or as a refined starter for a meal. With its balanced taste and eye-catching presentation, this dish is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

This delicious tart is a great way to enjoy fresh vegetables while indulging in a creamy and savory dish. Keep in mind that the nutritional values are approximate, and ingredients can be adjusted based on personal dietary needs.