Name: Asparagus Pesto Tart
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 portions
Cuisine: Other
Ingredients: 1 sheet frozen puff pastry; 0.5 cup Dairy-Free Pesto; 6 ounces gruyere cheese; 1 lb asparagus; 0.5 tsp kosher salt; 0.25 tsp black pepper; 1.5 tablespoons olive oil; 1 egg; 3 tablespoons date syrup

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Asparagus Pesto Tart

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

Lightly flour a work surface and gently roll out thawed puff pastry to about a 12-inch by 14-inch rectangle. Transfer to parchment-lined baking sheet.

Use a fork to prick the pastry, leaving about a 1-inch edge.

Spread pesto onto the pastry where you poked holes with a fork, keeping that 1-inch edge untouched. Sprinkle with shredded gruyere.

Line up trimmed asparagus in a single layer over the cheese.

Add egg to a small bowl with 2 tablespoons water. Whisk until combined to create an egg wash. Brush egg wash onto the 1-inch edge ofthe puff pastry.

Season asparagus with salt and pepper. Drizzle with olive oil.

Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, until the edges of the crust are puffed and golden. Let cool for a few minutes.

Drizzle with date syrup (optional), slice and serve.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Dry Your Asparagus Thoroughly 💧
Pat asparagus completely dry with paper towels before arranging on the tart to prevent excess moisture that will make the pastry soggy and prevent proper crisping.
Pre-Bake the Pastry Shell ⏲️
Blind bake the puff pastry for 8-10 minutes at 400°F before adding toppings to create a barrier that keeps the bottom crispy and prevents sogginess from the pesto and cheese.
Trim Asparagus Uniformly 📏
Cut all asparagus spears to the same length and thickness so they cook evenly and create a professional, uniform appearance on your finished tart.
Layer Pesto Strategically 🎨
Spread a thin layer of dairy-free pesto on the pastry first, then add shredded gruyere, then asparagus—this prevents pesto from burning while allowing cheese to melt perfectly and bind ingredients together.
Use Cold Puff Pastry Until Baking 🧊
Keep your puff pastry sheet in the freezer until the moment you're ready to assemble and bake—cold pastry creates the flakiest layers and best rise during cooking.