Oh these heady days of summer when even turning on the oven seems like too much trouble. I do wish these days would stay a bit longer with us before they fade away. When heavy food is the last thing on your mind, a quick and easy baked puff pastry tart is one of my go-to recipes. My tomato puff pastry tart takes the best of the summer’s tomatoes, and makes them the star of the show.
I paired my multi-coloured tomatoes with a tasty tomato chutney as a base, which gives a lovely depth of flavour. Add these to a light puff pastry sheet and you have a dish which looks fabulous and tastes great. Enjoy the tomato tart for lunch or a light meal with salads, and why not add a cold glass of wine on the side.
Simple to prepare
For a simple lunch which is quick to prepare, this tomato tart is perfect. From a few store-cupboard and refrigerated ingredients you can prepare this tart in minutes and enjoy a special lunch.
Rainbow of colours
Don’t the colours just scream summer to you. Plum tomatoes are my favourite kind of tomatoes, and this mix of red, orange and yellow baby tomatoes I picked up in the supermarket was full of them. You can use just red cherry tomatoes as well, if you don’t have any coloured tomatoes.
Add on some fresh basil to serve for extra flavour. A salad on the side drizzled with balsamic dressing would set this dish off perfectly.
For lunch or picnics
Ideal for entertaining this summer, or just to brighten up your lunchbox, my tomato puff pastry tart would also be great to take on a picnic.
The rich deep flavour of the tomato chutney accentuates the sweetness of the tomatoes, which increases as they bake gently during cooking. They say it is good for you to eat the rainbow, and heirloom tomatoes in all colours would go so well in this tart. What a treat for the eyes as well as the taste buds.
Ingredients
- a sheet of ready rolled puff pastry – I used the light version but the full fat version works just as well if you prefer
- tomato chutney – I use a Mediterranean tomato chutney, you could use caramelised onion chutney to change the flavour up a bit too
- baby tomatoes – I use a mixture of colours if available, or just standard cherry or baby plum tomatoes
- olive oil – to brush around the edges of the pastry to ensure it goes golden
- basil leaves – to serve
- salt and pepper – to season to your taste
Step by step
- Preheat your oven to 200 degrees C (fan oven).
- Unroll the pastry and cut to square or leave as a rectangle, as you prefer.
- Spread the tomato chutney over the pastry, leaving a border at the edges.
- Cut the tomatoes in half and arrange on top, cut side up looks good.
- Season with salt and pepper then brush the olive oil around the edges of the pastry.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until crisp and golden.
- Garnish with a few basil leaves and serve.
More puff pastry recipes to try
More ideas with puff pastry from top UK food bloggers to inspire you this summer. Also check out my Recipe Index for loads more recipes and ideas.
- Creamy courgette puff pastry tart from Family Friends Food
- Ham and cheese puff pastry tartlets from Greedy Gourmet
- Puff pastry cheese, courgette and mint tart from Kavey Eats
- Harissa, kale and roasted vegetable tart from Celery and Cupcakes
- Savoury chocolate vol au vents from Tin and Thyme
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Recipe
Simple tomato puff pastry tart
Ingredients
- 1 sheet ready-rolled light puff pastry
- 5 tbsp tomato chutney I used Branston mediterranean tomato chutney
- 250 g sweet mixed baby tomatoes different colours, halved
- 3 tsp olive oil
- salt and pepper
- basil leaves to serve
Instructions
- Cut a square from the puff pastry sheet and place on a lined baking sheet.
- Spread the pastry with 5 tablespoons Mediterranean tomato chutney, leaving a border around the edges.
- Slice the tomatoes in half and arrange on top of the chutney.
- Season with salt and pepper, then brush the olive oil around the edges of the tart.
- Bake for 20 mins at 200 fan oven.
- Garnish with the fresh basil and serve.
Robotance says
Tomatoes are my favorite. I am always amazed at what wonders they can create! Your puff pastry looks delicious. The pictures are beautiful. I will be definitely making this tomato delight real soon. Thank you for sharing.
Isabelle Payne says
I’m making this tonight as I have some defrosted pastry. Perfect vegan dinner, will serve it with a green salad!
Jacqueline says
Just to let you know I have featured it in this week’s Meat Free Mondays and shared a bit more on social 🙂
Jacqueline says
I love a puff tart, but haven’t made one for ages. I love this one. Shared 🙂
Kavey Favelle says
So colourful, love how tasty and simple this looks.
Michelle @ Greedy Gourmet says
Oh my, this looks lush. The tomato chutney is a nice touch to add extra acidity and sweetness to the puff pastry.
Jennie says
This looks absolutely delicious! The tomato chutney sounds like a great idea to add lots of flavour. I’d usually put pesto on a tomato tart, but the chutney sounds like it would be a healthier choice!
bakingqueen74 says
Thanks Jennie, pesto sounds yummy too!
Claire @foodiequine says
Diet friendly pastry sounds good to me! Although I’d probably want to add cheese… The heirloom tomatoes are so pretty.
bakingqueen74 says
Yes there is no cheese here I’m afraid, the tomatoes have the starring role! 😉 bit of Parmesan on top perhaps!
Becca @ Amuse Your Bouche says
Ooh this sounds tasty – great idea to use tomato chutney for a rich flavour. I’m so surprised this is Weight Watchers friendly – I’ve always thought pastry was really high in calories, I must try to find the light stuff!