Savory Mascarpone and Zucchini Tart

The savory tart with mascarpone and zucchini is a simple and very tasty dish to prepare. Here is the recipe.

Ingredients

• 1 roll of round puff pastry
• 300 g zucchini
• 250 g mascarpone
• 2 eggs
• Grated Parmesan (to taste)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Extra virgin olive oil
• Fresh or dried chives (optional)

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 180 °C.
2. Wash the zucchini and slice them into thin rounds. In a pan, heat a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and sauté the zucchini until they become soft. Lightly salt them.
3. In a bowl, mix the mascarpone with the eggs until you obtain a homogeneous mixture. Add the grated Parmesan, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Roll out the puff pastry in a pie dish, preferably with parchment paper underneath to prevent sticking.
5. Distribute the cooked zucchini on the puff pastry base.
6. Pour the mascarpone and egg mixture over the zucchini, leveling with a spoon or spatula.
7. If desired, sprinkle the surface with chives to add an aromatic touch.
8. Bake the savory tart for about 25-30 minutes or until the surface is golden and the puff pastry is well cooked.
9. Remove the savory tart from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.

Fun Fact

Mascarpone is often associated with desserts, particularly tiramisu, but its creaminess and delicate flavor make it perfect also for savory preparations, giving a soft and rich texture to dishes.

I wish you bon appétit and I am sure that this savory tart will win over the palate of those who taste it!