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April 7, 2019

ASPARAGUS TART WITH PEA & MINT PESTO & FETA

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If you love asparagus, this crunchy, crispy & fresh asparagus tart with zingy pea & mint pesto will be a perfect vegetarian addition to any table. You can make it ahead and re-heat in the oven just before serving.  

Asparagus tart with pea & mint pesto & feta

I don’t know about you but I’m a huge fan of asparagus. Not only is it full of flavour but it also signifies the arrival of spring and all the fresh new spring produce. I get far too excited going round the farmers market at this time of the year – it certainly puts a spring into my step seeing all the fresh, vibrant and colourful spring veggies.

Asparagus on white board

Overhead shot of asparagus, mint, peas, lemons

If you want to make the best of the asparagus season, this tart should be right after your heart. It only requires a few ingredients and very little work. It looks rather impressive on the table too, so it’s a great number for your Easter parties.

Overhead shot of pastry tart, asparagus, mint, peas, lemons

Overhead shot of pastry tart, filled with green pesto

I paired this asparagus tart with pea & mint pesto, which, in my humble opinion, compliments the tart really well and adds a new layer of freshness, whilst asparagus makes it crunchy and puff pastry adds that lovely edge of crispiness. Fresh, crunchy, crispy & minty is an almighty combination, don’t you think?

Asparagus tart with pea & mint pesto & feta

Asparagus tart with pea & mint pesto & feta

I really hope you get to enjoy this delicious asparagus tart. If you make it, be sure to drop a comment below and tag me on Instagram (@fit.foodie.nutter #fitfoodienutter), Facebook or Pinterest so I can see your take on it.

If you’re after some more delicious recipes, check out my other recipes here:

  • Super easy spring green salad
  • The easiest apple tart you’ll ever make
  • Mushroom & kale frittata

Asparagus tart with pea & mint pesto & feta

See you next week.

Healthfully yours,

Tania x

Asparagus tart with pea & mint pesto & feta

ASPARAGUS TART WITH PEA & MINT PESTO & FETA

Tania Pilcher | Fit Foodie Nutter
If you love asparagus, this crunchy, crispy & fresh asparagus tart with zingy pea & mint pesto will be a perfect vegetarian addition to any table. You can make it ahead and re-heat in the oven just before serving.
5 from 6 votes
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Total Time 35 mins
Course Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
Cuisine British
Servings 1 tart

Ingredients
  

For asparagus tart

  • 1 block puff pastry
  • 1 egg , lightly beaten
  • 200 g asparagus tips , cut in half
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • ½ cup frozen peas , thawed
  • A generous bunch of pea shoots
  • 3-4 tbsp crumbled feta

For pea & mint pesto

  • 30 g fresh mint , leaves only
  • 1 ½ cups green peas (thawed if frozen)
  • Juice & zest of 1 small lemon
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • Water as needed (I used around 5-6 tbsp)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 180C fan.
  • Brush 20cm tart pan with a little olive oil to stop the pastry sticking to the pan. Roll out the puff pastry sheet and lay it over the pan. Gently tuck in the sheet around the base and the sides of the pan with the tips of your fingers ensuring that the pastry goes all the way up to the sides of the pan. Cut off the excess pastry by tracing the knife around the edge of the tart pan. Gently prick the base with a fork.
  • Brush the pastry with the egg using a pastry brush. Add the ceramic baking beans or dried pulses to the base of the pan and bake for around 15 minutes or until the pastry is firm. Then remove the beans and cook for another 5 minutes until the pastry turns golden brown.
  • Prepare the pea & mint pesto by combining all ingredients in a blender. Blend until smooth. When adding the water, do it a tablespoon at a time to ensure the pesto doesn’t turn out too thin. You want the consistency to be quite thick and firm, otherwise it’ll be too runny and will make the pastry soggy.
  • To cook the asparagus, bring a pan of water to a boil. Add the asparagus to the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes until tender yet slightly crunchy. Drain and run under ice cold water to stop the asparagus from cooking further. Transfer in a bowl, season with salt & pepper and toss in 1 tbsp olive oil. Set aside. *If you prefer to serve the asparagus warm, place it in a sieve and re-heat by pouring boiling water over it.
  • To assemble the tart, fill the base of the pan with pesto, scatter pea shoots and green peas, top with asparagus and sprinkle with feta cheese. Serve immediately.
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Filed Under: Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Recipe, Side dish Tagged With: asparagus, asparagus tart, healthy recipes, quick and easy, tart, vegetarian

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  1. AvatarMichelle says

    April 8, 2019 at 12:29 pm

    5 stars
    This is such a lovely way to celebrate asparagus season. I love that pea and mint pesto too, it sounds so fresh and healthy.

    Reply
    • AvatarTania says

      April 24, 2019 at 12:13 am

      Thank you so much Michelle:)

      Reply
  2. AvatarHeidy L. McCallum says

    April 8, 2019 at 12:48 pm

    5 stars
    Your photos of this tart make it all the more mouthwatering. I bet I would love this dish and will have to attempt to make it later this week. I’m so excited! Yum’d to save for later.

    Reply
    • AvatarTania says

      April 24, 2019 at 12:13 am

      Thank you so much for your kind words Heidy. I hope you had a great Easter with the family x

      Reply
  3. AvatarToni says

    April 8, 2019 at 1:27 pm

    5 stars
    This is such a great idea! I love asparagus and this is such a delicious way to eat them!

    Reply
    • AvatarTania says

      April 24, 2019 at 12:12 am

      Thank you Toni. Asparagus and feta might have been a match made in heaven:)

      Reply
  4. AvatarVeena Azmanov says

    April 8, 2019 at 1:33 pm

    5 stars
    Amazing and unique combination to this Tart. Wish to try it out.

    Reply
    • AvatarTania says

      April 24, 2019 at 12:11 am

      Thank you Veena. Let me know how you get on:) Hope you had a happy Easter x

      Reply
  5. AvatarJessica Formicola says

    April 8, 2019 at 1:53 pm

    5 stars
    I love everything about this tart! I am definitely going to make it for Easter brunch!

    Reply
    • AvatarTania says

      April 24, 2019 at 12:11 am

      Thank you so much Jessica! I hope you had a great Easter with the family x

      Reply
  6. AvatarAbby says

    April 22, 2020 at 4:16 am

    5 stars
    I’ve made this twice now, and it’s so fresh and full of flavor! Such a lovely combination of flavors and textures.

    Reply
    • AvatarTania says

      April 23, 2020 at 12:14 pm

      Thank you so much for your kind feedback Abby! I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe. Hope and the family are keeping well and staying safe xx

      Reply

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