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Green Asparagus and Parmesan Tart

This green asparagus and Parmesan tart serves 4, takes 55 minutes, and is rated easy. It costs €2.80 per serving. The key to success is blanching the asparagus briefly first, so they stay green and crisp once baked into the creamy Parmesan filling.

Green asparagus is in season, so here's a light, crispy tart with a crisp green salad on the side.

Green Asparagus and Parmesan Tart
Total time
55 min
Difficulty
Easy
Cost per person
€2.80
Calories per person
520 kcalcalculated by Kiloach, your weight coach
Season
Spring

Under a golden crust, the green asparagus keeps its bite while the cream and Parmesan filling turns soft and lightly browned on top. A touch of nutmeg rounds out the flavor without ever covering up the asparagus, which stays the star of the plate.

This is a spring tart, perfect for a weeknight dinner when asparagus hits the markets, but pretty enough for a weekend lunch with guests. Serve it warm with a tangy green salad, the whole plate feels light without tasting bland.

The ingredients

4 people

Dairy

  • Pie dough 1
  • Heavy cream 20 cl
  • Grated Parmesan 60 g

Fruits and vegetables

  • Green asparagus 600 g
  • Eggs 3
  • Green salad 1

Pantry

  • Nutmegoften in the pantry 1 pinch
  • Olive oiloften in the pantry 2 tbsp
  • Balsamic vinegaroften in the pantry 1 tbsp
  • Saltoften in the pantry 1 pinch
  • Pepperoften in the pantry 1 pinch

Allergens Gluten, Eggs, Lactose

The step by step recipe

  1. Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F). Snap off the woody ends of the asparagus, blanch them for two minutes in salted boiling water, then drain. 3 min

    Bend each asparagus spear, it will snap naturally at the point where it turns tender.

  2. Roll out the dough in a tart pan and prick the bottom with a fork.

    Let the dough overhang the edges a little, it shrinks while baking.

  3. Whisk the eggs with the cream, half the Parmesan, the nutmeg, salt, and pepper.

    Don't overmix, the filling should stay light.

  4. Arrange the asparagus on the dough, pour over the filling, sprinkle with the remaining Parmesan, and bake. 35 min

    Line up the asparagus like spokes, the tart will look as good as it tastes.

  5. Let it cool for five minutes and serve with the salad dressed in oil and vinegar. 5 min

    The tart slices more cleanly warm than piping hot.

Our tips to get it right

  • Pick asparagus spears of similar thickness, they'll cook evenly and the tart will slice more neatly.
  • Drain the asparagus well after blanching, leftover water will make the filling too runny and keep the crust from crisping up.
  • If the crust puffs up a little while baking, don't worry, you're pouring the filling right on top, so it settles back down once the asparagus and filling go in.

The variations

  • Swap the Parmesan for shredded Gruyère for a milder, more buttery flavor.
  • For a heartier version, scatter a few cooked bacon bits over the crust before adding the asparagus.
  • To save time, use frozen asparagus that's ready to cook, which lets you skip the blanching step entirely.

What to serve it with

  • Green salad with oil and vinegar
  • Thin slices of cured ham
  • Glass of dry white wine

Storage

The tart keeps for 2 to 3 days in the fridge in a sealed container. You can freeze it once baked and cooled, then thaw it in the fridge and reheat in the oven to bring back a crisp crust.

Questions about this dish

Can I make this tart ahead of time?

You can bake it in the morning and serve it warm or at room temperature later. Reheat it in the oven for a few minutes to crisp the crust back up.

Do I really need to blanch the asparagus first?

Yes, two minutes in boiling water is enough to soften them slightly without fully cooking them. This keeps their color and crunch intact after baking.

Can I use sour cream instead of heavy cream?

Yes, the filling will just be a bit thicker and less pourable. Thin it with a splash of milk if you want a softer texture.

Do kids usually like this tart?

The strong flavor of asparagus and Parmesan doesn't always win over younger kids. Try cutting the asparagus into small pieces and mixing them into the filling instead of arranging spears, it's an easier way to introduce the flavor.

How long does it take to make a green asparagus and Parmesan tart, with a side salad?

Count 55 min in total, prep and cooking included. The recipe is rated “easy”.

How many calories are in a green asparagus and Parmesan tart, with a side salad?

About 520 kcal per serving, for a recipe meant for 4 people. Calories are calculated by Kiloach, your weight coach, the app that partners with Mon Chou.

How much does a green asparagus and Parmesan tart, with a side salad cost?

About €2.80 per serving, or €11.20 for 4 people, based on average supermarket prices.

What allergens does this recipe contain?

This recipe contains gluten, eggs, lactose. Always check the labels of the products you buy.

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