Caramelized Onion Butternut Squash Tart
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with this Caramelized Onion Butternut Squash Tart. This savory dish features sweet caramelized onions mingling with roasted butternut squash, all wrapped in a flaky puff pastry crust. Perfect for gatherings, holiday feasts, or cozy weeknight dinners, this tart is both visually stunning and incredibly satisfying. The rich flavors and versatility of this recipe make it suitable for any meal, whether as an appetizer, main course, or brunch item.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry
- 2 medium butternut squashes (about 2 lbs), peeled and diced
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
- 1 cup feta cheese (or plant-based cheese)
- 1/4 cup dairy-free alternative to heavy cream
- Optional: red pepper flakes for heat
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss diced butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sliced onions. Cook for about 20 minutes until golden brown.
- Roll out puff pastry on a floured surface into a circle that fits your tart pan; prick the bottom with a fork.
- Layer caramelized onions on the pastry base followed by roasted butternut squash and crumbled feta cheese. Drizzle with dairy-free cream and sprinkle thyme.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the pastry is golden brown.
- Allow to cool for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 100g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg