This minty courgette tart is a light and flavorful savory pastry filled with creamy cheese, fresh herbs, and thinly sliced courgettes. Inspired by Jamie Oliver’s simple cooking style, the tart combines crisp puff pastry with refreshing mint for a dish that works perfectly for brunch, lunch, picnics, or light dinners. It is easy to prepare, visually impressive, and packed with fresh Mediterranean-style flavors.
Total Time:45 minutes
Yield:6 servings
Ingredients
1 sheet puff pastry
2 medium courgettes, thinly sliced
150g ricotta or goat cheese
2 tablespoons crème fraîche
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 egg, beaten for egg wash
Optional: Parmesan cheese for topping
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
Roll out the puff pastry onto the tray and lightly score a border around the edges.
Prick the centre of the pastry with a fork to prevent puffing.
In a bowl, mix ricotta or goat cheese with crème fraîche, garlic, mint, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
Spread the cheese mixture evenly over the pastry, leaving the border clear.
Arrange thin slices of courgette over the filling in overlapping layers.
Brush the courgettes lightly with olive oil and season again if needed.
Brush the pastry edges with beaten egg.
Bake for 25–30 minutes or until the pastry becomes golden and crisp.
Allow the tart to cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Notes
Pat courgette slices dry before baking to avoid soggy pastry.
Fresh mint provides the best flavor compared to dried mint.
Parmesan cheese can be sprinkled on top for extra richness.
The tart tastes delicious both warm and cold.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
