MINI ZUCCHINI AND GOAT CHEESE TARTS

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They look so pretty in Bon Appetit Magazine and sounds yummy. What to Drink: Pair the tarts with a Pinot Blanc. Try the Robert Sinskey 2007 Pinot Blanc, Carneros ($40), which has citrus and melon flavors.

Provided by Nado2003

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h

Yield 24 mini tarts, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 refrigerated pie crust (half of 15-ounce package)
2 1/2 lbs zucchini (1-inch-diameter cut into 1/16- to 1/8-inch-thick rounds)
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons olives (extra-virgin oil plus additional for drizzling)
2 teaspoons thyme (chopped fresh lemon thyme or regular thyme)
3 ounces soft fresh goat cheese, room temperature
1/4 cup parmesan cheese (freshly grated)

Steps:

  • •Line rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Place pie crust on floured work surface. Using 1 1/2- to 1 3/4-inch cookie cutter or biscuit cutter dipped in flour, cut out 24 rounds; transfer to prepared sheet, spacing 1/2 inch apart. Place in freezer until dough is firm, about 30 minutes. DO AHEAD Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; keep frozen.
  • Toss zucchini with 1 teaspoon salt in medium bowl. Let stand 15 minutes. Drain and pat dry. Place zucchini in another medium bowl; toss with 2 tablespoons olive oil and thyme. Sprinkle zucchini with pepper.
  • Preheat oven to 400°F Spread goat cheese generously over each frozen dough round. Fold 3 to 4 zucchini slices in half and place in concentric circle atop 1 dough round, creating flower-like pattern. Repeat with remaining zucchini and dough (reserve any remaining zucchini for another use). Sprinkle with Parmesan. Bake until crusts are light golden, about 20 minutes. Transfer to platter. Drizzle lightly with additional olive oil. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 98.8, Fat 5.9, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 5.1, Sodium 341.4, Carbohydrate 8.6, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 2.2, Protein 3.7

Kayla Dinger
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These tarts are a great way to use up leftover zucchini.


Crystal Buzzell
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These tarts are the perfect size for a snack or appetizer. They're also easy to transport, making them ideal for potlucks and parties.


Modharoon Elham
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I love the versatility of these tarts. You can use any type of cheese or vegetables that you like.


SAMSHER BASNET
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These tarts are a great make-ahead appetizer. You can assemble them the night before and then bake them just before serving.


Andrew Jullies
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These tarts are the perfect way to use up leftover zucchini. They're also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Adil Manzoor
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I've made these tarts several times now and they're always a hit. I love that I can use any type of cheese or vegetables that I have on hand.


prodip razak
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These tarts are so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Afaq Faqii
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I made these tarts for my family and they loved them! They're the perfect size for a snack or appetizer.


Amma Janu
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These tarts were delicious! I loved the combination of flavors and textures.


Keegan Macisaac
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Overall, these tarts were good but not great. I think I would try a different recipe next time.


Mbaye Sagna Faye
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These tarts were a bit too oily for my taste. I think I would drain the zucchini better next time.


Drita Arabaxhi
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The crust on these tarts was a little too thick for my liking. I think I would roll it out thinner next time.


Amanat ali Amanat ali
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These tarts were a little bland for my taste. I think I would add some more herbs or spices next time.


RAMJI UPADHYAYA
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I've made these tarts several times now and they're always a hit. They're so versatile - you can use any type of cheese or vegetables that you like.


Callumpro
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These tarts are the perfect appetizer or light lunch. They're also very easy to make, which is a bonus.


Aklove Ramu
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I made these tarts for a brunch party and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them.


Handri Pretorius
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These tarts were easy to make and turned out great! I used a store-bought pie crust to save time, and the tarts still came out delicious.


Alyssa Albert
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I'm not a huge fan of zucchini, but these tarts were surprisingly good! The zucchini is cooked perfectly and the goat cheese adds a nice tanginess. I would definitely make these again.


Lidia Castro
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These mini tarts were a hit at my last party! The combination of zucchini, goat cheese, and herbs is delicious, and the crust is flaky and flavorful. I will definitely be making these again.