This beautiful Asparagus Tart features tender-crisp asparagus and melted cheese atop a flaky puff pastry crust. Delicious, easy to make, and the perfect recipe to welcome Spring.
I’m always excited when Spring rolls around because it means Asparagus is in season! Even though it’s available year-round, asparagus is extra delicious right now.
If you have extra asparagus, you can try making other recipes with it. Some options include Air Fryer Asparagus, Parmesan Lemon Asparagus Skillet, Asparagus-Stuffed Chicken Breast, or cheesy Asparagus Casserole.
I love this asparagus puff pastry tart recipe because it looks fancy, but it’s easy to make. You can make it with just 5 ingredients and 5 minutes of prep time. This asparagus tart is easy for a simple meal or special occasions like Easter or Mother’s Day. Both casual and fancy.
How To Make an Asparagus Tart
Ingredients
- Puff pastry — I use a store-bought puff pastry (10×15-inch), thawed so it’s pliable.
- Cheese — I love the combination of freshly grated Gruyere cheese and Parmesan cheese. You can also use a cheese mixture of cheddar and goat cheese, if you prefer.
- Asparagus — Look for asparagus stalks that are mostly the same size, so they cook evenly. They should also be firm to the touch with tightly closed spears.
- Egg — A beaten egg brushed along the edges makes the puff pastry nice and golden.
P.S. I didn’t add salt and pepper since the Parmesan cheese already brings lots of flavor and a bit of saltiness.
Instructions
- Before you begin, preheat your oven to 400°F, and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Prepare the puff pastry:
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet until it’s rectangle and large enough to fit your baking sheet.
- Then, place the rolled-out puff pastry on your baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Score the puff pastry about 1 inch from the edge on all sides, creating a border. Be careful not to cut all the way through the pastry dough.
Add cheese and asparagus:
- Sprinkle the shredded Gruyère (or cheddar) cheese evenly within the scored border.
- Then, arrange the trimmed asparagus spears on top of the cheese. Alternate the direction of the tips, so they fit nicely together.
Top with Parmesan and egg wash the border:
- Next, sprinkle the grated parmesan cheese evenly over the asparagus.
- Brush the edges of the puff pastry with the beaten egg for a golden brown finish.
Bake and enjoy:
- Now, the asparagus tart is ready to bake in your preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes.
- Once baked, let it cool a bit before slicing, then serve and enjoy!
Expert Tips
- The puff pastry should still be cold when it goes in the oven. So, I thaw it just until it’s pliable, but not so much that it becomes too soft to work with.
- Be sure to remove the end from each asparagus stalk. You can simply snap them off or line the stalks up and trim the ends with a knife.
- I recommend using asparagus that’s similar in size and trimming the ends to the same length. This way, they’ll cook evenly and look nice and neat.
- After you wash your asparagus, dry it thoroughly with a paper towel. Excess moisture can make the puff pastry soggy.
- I highly recommend freshly grated cheese for this recipe. It melts easier and has a much better flavor than pre-grated cheese.
How To Store Leftovers
- To Store: Once cooled, I like to transfer the leftovers to an airtight container and storage them in the fridge for up to 3 days. I don’t recommend freezing an asparagus tart because the texture will not be the same once you thaw it.
- To Reheat: To keep puff pastry crispy, I prefer to reheat leftovers in oven or toaster oven until warm.
What To Serve with an Asparagus Tart
- Appetizers: I like to serve asparagus tart with bacon-wrapped dates, stuffed mushrooms, and cauliflower muffins as appetizers. They all go well together.
- Breakfast: Mix up your breakfast routine with a new recipe. You can try pairing it with my make-ahead breakfast casserole, air fryer bacon, or a simple kale breakfast salad.
- Lunch: I love asparagus tart with a fresh salad for lunch! Especially delicious with spring veggies like this Greek chopped salad, chopped salmon salad or .
Recipe Variations
- Cheese: I do love the Gruyère and Parmesan combo, but this recipe is also just as delicious with other types of cheese. I recommend trying it with sharp cheddar, fontina cheese, or even smoked gouda and ricota.
- Veggies: If you like this asparagus tart, try it with other seasonal veggies such as broccolini or leeks.
- Toppings: Feel free to add toppings for extra flavor and texture. Sliced almonds, crumbled bacon, lemon juice, and fresh herbs would all be great additions!
Frequently Asked Questions
I typically cut the asparagus tart into 6 large pieces. If you’re serving it as a starter, you can cut it into small squares.
The key to scoring puff pastry is to lightly slice into the top layers without cutting all the way through the dough.
There’s no need to pre-bake the puff pastry dough. This recipe is super simple, so all you need to do is roll out the dough, assemble the tart, and bake!
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Ingredients
- 1 sheet frozen puff pastry (10×15-inch ) thawed
- 1 cup Gruyère cheese or cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 lb. medium asparagus trimmed
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese grated
- 1 egg beaten
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet to fit a baking sheet.
- Place the rolled-out puff pastry on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
- Score a border about 1 inch from the edges of the puff pastry, creating a border but not cutting all the way through.
- Sprinkle the shredded Gruyère (or cheddar) cheese evenly within the scored border.
- Arrange the trimmed asparagus spears on top of the cheese, alternating the direction of the tips.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the asparagus.
- Brush the edges of the puff pastry with the beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes or until the puff pastry is golden and puffed.
- Once baked, let it cool slightly before slicing. Serve and enjoy your delicious Asparagus Tart!
Tips
- Thaw the puff pastry just until it’s pliable enough to work with.
- Be sure to remove the tough ends from each asparagus stalk.
- Use asparagus that’s similar in size and trim the ends to the same length so they cook evenly.
- Dry the asparagus thoroughly after washing it to remove excess moisture.
- For the best flavor, use freshly grated cheese.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.
Linda says
The recipe looks terrific, I can’t wait to try it! Asparagus is my favorite vegetable. I have it for breakfast sprinkled with lemon olive oil. and lemon pepper, topped with an egg and feta cheese. Lunch wrapped in prosciutto and grilled, over a salad.
This looks to be my new favorite. I will post my results soon. Off to the market.
Olivia says
Absolutely! Asparagus is such a versatile and delicious vegetable. Your breakfast and lunch ideas sound amazing! Can’t wait to hear how it turns out for you 😉