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Tomato and Basil Pesto Parmesan Tart

[heart_this] · Aug 24, 2010 · 38 Comments

Tomato and Basil Pesto Parmesan Tart

Not too long ago I made a zucchini and sun dried tomato pesto parmesan puff pastry tart that I really enjoyed! I particularly liked how well the pesto worked on the tart and I could not help but think about how other pestos would also be fantastic on tarts. With all of the perfectly ripe local field tomatoes at the farmers market right now along with the recent inspiration to use basil pesto in a caprese salad I knew exactly what my next tart would be, a tomato and basil pesto tart. Tomato and freshly made basil pesto is one of those great flavour combinations and it was absolutely amazing on a bed of light, flaky and buttery pastry! The tomatoes slightly roasted on the top of the tart intensifying their flavour even more.

Tomato and Basil Pesto Parmesan Tart

Tomato and Basil Pesto Parmesan Tart

Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes Total Time: 40 minutes Servings: 4
ingredients
  • 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed according to the packages directions)
  • 1/2 cup basil pesto
  • 1/2 cup parmigiano reggiano (grated)
  • 2 large ripe field tomatoes (thinly sliced)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
directions
  1. Roll the puff pastry out to a 16×10 inch rectangle.
  2. Score a line around the puff pastry 1/2 inch from the edge.
  3. Spread the pesto over the center of the dough and top with the parmigiano reggiano.
  4. Arrange the tomato slices in a single layer on top of the pesto and parmigiano reggiano.
  5. Brush the outside 1/2 inch of the pastry with the oil.
  6. Bake in a preheated 400F/200C oven until the pastry is golden brown, about 15-25 minutes.
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Comments

  1. Satya says

    August 25, 2010 at 12:36 am

    Hi Kevin,
    I totally agree with you,tomato and freshly made basil pesto is a superb combination…love your tart..looks so yummy n inviting

    Satya
    http://www.superyummyrecipes.com

    Reply
  2. lakeviewer says

    August 25, 2010 at 1:04 am

    It sounds delicious, and as good as it looks.
    I love how pesto gives the dough that extra flavor.

    Reply
  3. 愛 - ちゃん says

    August 25, 2010 at 2:21 am

    Those looks really good! I love the combination of cheese and tomato.

    Reply
  4. Zoe Sotet Art Studio says

    August 25, 2010 at 2:31 am

    Ohhhhh! This looks/sounds so good!

    I don't have a single one of the ingredients to make this, but next grocery day for sure!

    Reply
  5. Gloria says

    August 25, 2010 at 2:39 am

    I love tomato and basil, yours look nice and tasty! gloria

    Reply
  6. Julie says

    August 25, 2010 at 3:58 am

    I adore everything in this tart…this sounds just perfect.

    Reply
  7. Fuat Gencal says

    August 25, 2010 at 4:46 am

    Hayırlı sabahlar. Ellerinize sağlık. Çok güzel ve leziz görünüyor.

    Saygılar.

    Reply
  8. Rosa's Yummy Yums says

    August 25, 2010 at 5:46 am

    A marvelous tart! Delicious flavors.

    Cheers,

    Rosa

    Reply
  9. Healthy and Homemade says

    August 25, 2010 at 6:12 am

    I just so happen to have fresh basil and tomato. This looks delicious. I love that it's simple, but using puff pastry always makes a dish so decadent.

    Reply
  10. Kim @ Two Good Cookies says

    August 25, 2010 at 8:00 am

    We're having some vegetarian friends over for dinner on Friday and I've been looking for an appetizer. Done. And how. This looks incredible!

    Reply
  11. Paula says

    August 25, 2010 at 8:45 am

    wow, I just can`t stop looking at this tart!

    Reply
  12. Joanne says

    August 25, 2010 at 10:32 am

    The flavors in here are so bright and simple, and because of that the tart must be so delicious.

    Reply
  13. Jess @ Bakericious says

    August 25, 2010 at 1:27 pm

    the tart looks beautiful!

    Reply
  14. Becca says

    August 25, 2010 at 1:39 pm

    This totally reminds me of a glamorous take on Pizza – I would love to serve this at a dinner party as a take on comfort food.

    Becca

    Reply
  15. We Are Not Martha says

    August 25, 2010 at 2:53 pm

    I love stuff like this! But I'm pretty sure I'd eat the entire thing in one sitting. I have a pesto problem!

    Sues

    Reply
  16. Kelly says

    August 25, 2010 at 3:36 pm

    That looks absolutely gorgeous. I think anything that includes tomatoes and basil is a winner this time of year.

    Reply
  17. Ana Powell says

    August 25, 2010 at 8:01 pm

    Lovely and thin as I like.
    So perfect ♥

    Reply
  18. Anonymous says

    August 25, 2010 at 8:11 pm

    Hey Kevin! Looks terrific! I make something similar though I use pizza dough. During the summer I make fresh basil cubes (4 cups fresh basil, 1 cup evoo) put in processor, then freeze in ice cube trays. I always use this on the (for me yeast) base of my pizzas! Yours is so decadent!!! But yummy. Why don't any of your foodie-followers ever MAKE your wonderful recipes? I do.:) ciao. fleur.

    Reply
  19. City Share says

    August 25, 2010 at 8:26 pm

    That looks delicious! I have a bunch of tomatoes from my CSA. This just might be the perfect way to eat them up.

    Reply
  20. Marjie says

    August 25, 2010 at 9:08 pm

    It's an easy take on pizza! I love it!

    Reply
  21. Muneeba says

    August 25, 2010 at 9:44 pm

    that looks elegant and super delicious! love savory puff pastry tarts … and am really inspired by yours!

    Reply
  22. S. says

    August 25, 2010 at 10:40 pm

    That looks fantastic. I love anything with basil pesto — delicious!

    Reply
  23. RamblingTart says

    August 25, 2010 at 11:20 pm

    You make the best tarts EVER, Kevin. 🙂 I absolutely love them, especially because they're so versatile and set my imagination whirring for other combinations. 🙂

    Reply
  24. TheBasilBee says

    August 26, 2010 at 12:33 am

    I have so many tomatoes right now from my garden and my fiancee loves zucchini so i might try and mix the zucchini and tomatoe tart you have made. Thanks so much for the recipe!

    Reply
  25. bellini valli says

    August 26, 2010 at 10:40 am

    Puff pastry..check…heirloom tomatoes..check….pesto…CHECK!

    Reply
  26. MissAlyssa says

    August 26, 2010 at 6:31 pm

    wow this looks amazing!

    Reply
  27. Recipe for Delicious says

    August 26, 2010 at 7:21 pm

    Great minds think alike, Kevin. I made pretty much exactly this a couple of days ago. Puff pastry is the greatest thing to have in the freezer!

    Reply
  28. Tanvi says

    August 27, 2010 at 3:36 pm

    Hello Kevin,
    You have a lovely food blog!And the clicks are suuuper!
    First time here!
    This tart is a treat to the eyes!Loved the red tomatoes and green basil contrast!
    Hey do visit me sometime!

    Reply
  29. Pam says

    August 27, 2010 at 4:10 pm

    Stunning!

    Reply
  30. Ashley J says

    August 29, 2010 at 2:06 pm

    OMG so glad I stumbled across your blog! The recipes look like I can actually do them and it is making me super hungry and I also have a teeny kitchen!

    http://www.afashionfixation.blogspot.com

    Reply
  31. Magic of Spice says

    August 30, 2010 at 9:33 pm

    Wonderful tart,looks delightful 🙂

    Reply
  32. Jamie says

    August 31, 2010 at 6:49 am

    I love your tarts and have been in the mood to bake one myself with tomatoes. This with pesto is perfect!

    Reply
  33. Jeanne @ CookSister! says

    September 1, 2010 at 10:04 pm

    Oh wow – that looks glorious! Love these easy peasy tarts so packed with flavour!

    Reply
  34. Margaret says

    September 3, 2010 at 10:39 am

    I've been making a lot of tomato tarts as well but haven't used pesto on one yet. I'll try yours. It looks wonderful! Thanks!
    http://www.envierecipes.com/2010/08/in-mood-for-tomato-tarts.html

    Reply
  35. Edith says

    September 6, 2010 at 1:32 pm

    Yum! Looks really good 🙂

    Reply
  36. TheBasilBee says

    January 3, 2011 at 1:43 am

    I tried this recipe over the weekend and it was super quick to put together and tasted great…I'm going to use this as an appetizer for some friends that are coming over for dinner this week…Thanks!

    Reply
  37. Roz says

    July 31, 2012 at 11:14 pm

    Sounds even better than a simple pie or tart with the addition of the pesto! Thanks for all of your inspiration!

    Reply
  38. Gus Rivera says

    May 18, 2019 at 5:19 pm

    Kevin, I just made this tonight and it was awesome. Nice blend of flavors.
    I just wanted to add one point I thought was important. When rolling out your puff pastry roll it out while it’s already on the baking tray or put it on the tray right after rolling out but before you load it up. I made the mistake of rolling it out, then putting the pesto on, THEN realizing it was going to be super hard to transfer to the baking tray, AND IT WAS !!!

    Fortunately, with patience I managed it and the rest is culinary history. Thanks for another great recipe.

    Reply

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