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Tomato Ricotta Tart
5 from 18 votes

Tomato Ricotta Tart

The Tomato Ricotta Tart features a tender crust made from a combination of almond and all-purpose flours, filled with a creamy blend of ricotta, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, and lemon zest and juice. Topped with fresh cherry and heirloom tomatoes seasoned with olive oil, salt, pepper, basil, and oregano, this tart balances creamy, tangy, and herbaceous flavors with a flaky base.

Prep Time
45 mins
Cook Time
45 mins
Total Time
1 hr 30 mins
Servings: 8 slices
Calories: 351 kcal
Course: Brunch
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

For The Tart Dough:
  • 3 tablespoons almond flour or almond meal
  • 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour 155 grams, plus more for rolling
  • Pinch salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter 155 grams, cold
  • 2-4 tablespoons water ice-cold
For The Ricotta Filling:
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese 245 grams, fresh, at room temperature
  • 4 ounces cream cheese 115 grams, at room temperature
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
For the topping:
  • 2 cups tomato I used a combination of cherry and heirloom tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper loosely packed, ¼ cup leaves, fresh
  • ½ teaspoon basil loosely packed, ¼ cup leaves, fresh
  • 2 tablespoons oregano fresh leaves
  • 1 tablespoons pine nuts optional

Instructions

To make the tart dough:
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  1. Combine almond flour, all-purpose flour, and salt in a large bowl. Using your hands, cut the cold butter into flour mixture. Add the cold water, starting with 2 tablespoons, stirring with a wooden spoon and gradually adding as much water as you need to make the dough moist. At this point, you want the dough to stick together easily. Turn it into a piece of plastic and shape it into 4-inch disk. Cover tightly and refrigerate for 30 minutes to an hour.
To make the ricotta filling:
  1. Using a rubber spatula, combine ricotta, cream cheese, and parmesan in a bowl. Fold in the lemon zest and juice. Season it with ½ teaspoon kosher salt and ¼ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper.
To assemble the tart:
  1. Remove dough from the fridge. If it is too cold, let it sit on the counter for a few minutes. Remove the plastic. Using a rolling pin, roll it into 11-inch circle on a well floured surface. Place the dough into 9-inch tart pan with a removable bottom making sure the dough is evenly distributed throughout the pan. Using your fingers be sure to push the dough in the corners of the pan. Trim the sides. Prick the bottom of the tart all over with a fork. Place it in the freezer for 15 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 400 F degrees (205 C degrees).
  3. Remove the tart pan from the freezer. Place a sheet of parchment paper on top and fill it with dried beans (or pie weights). Place in the oven for 15 minutes, then remove the beans and parchment paper and bake for another 20-25 minutes, until lightly golden brown. Let it cool on a cooling rack for at least 15 minutes before filling.
To make the filling:
  1. Half or quarter the tomatoes and place it in a bowl. Stir in the olive oil, salt and pepper.
To Assemble the Tart:
  1. Remove the tart from the pan and place it onto a large dish. Spread the ricotta filling evenly over the top smoothing the top with a spatula (or back of a spoon). Top it with tomato filling, garnish with basil, oregano, and pine nuts (if preferred). As a last touch, sprinkle with some more salt and freshly cracked pepper.

Notes

  • This tart can be made a day ahead by preparing the crust, filling, and topping separately and refrigerating until assembly and baking.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
  • Use fresh tomatoes such as cherry and heirloom for the best flavor and appearance.

Nutrition Information

Calories 351kcal (18%) Carbohydrates 20g (7%) Protein 10g (20%) Fat 26g (40%) Saturated Fat 14g (70%) Cholesterol 67mg (22%) Sodium 317mg (13%) Potassium 192mg (4%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 1067IU (21%) Vitamin C 6mg (7%) Calcium 182mg (18%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8 slices

Amount Per Serving

Calories 351

% Daily Value*

Calories 351kcal 18%
Carbohydrates 20g 7%
Protein 10g 20%
Fat 26g 40%
Saturated Fat 14g 70%
Cholesterol 67mg 22%
Sodium 317mg 13%
Potassium 192mg 4%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 1067IU 21%
Vitamin C 6mg 7%
Calcium 182mg 18%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.