Description
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of this Caramelized Onion Butternut Squash Tart, a perfect blend of sweet caramelized onions and roasted butternut squash nestled in a flaky pastry crust. This dish shines as a vegetarian main course, a festive holiday appetizer, or a delightful side dish. Its rich flavors and beautiful presentation make it an ideal choice for any gathering. Using seasonal ingredients ensures maximum freshness and taste, while the easy preparation will have you enjoying this elegant tart in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium butternut squash (peeled, seeded, cubed)
- 2 large yellow onions (thinly sliced)
- 1 sheet puff pastry
- 4 ounces goat cheese (or feta/gruyère)
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- Fresh thyme
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss cubed butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for about 25 minutes until tender.
- In a skillet, melt butter with olive oil and slowly cook sliced onions for 15–20 minutes until golden brown.
- Roll out puff pastry on a floured surface to fit your baking sheet. Transfer pastry to the baking sheet.
- Spread caramelized onions over the pastry, layer roasted squash on top, sprinkle with cheese and thyme.
- Brush edges with beaten egg and bake for 25–30 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 232
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 27mg
Keywords: For added texture, consider adding spinach or mushrooms to the filling. Allow the tart to cool slightly before slicing for cleaner cuts.