If you’re looking for a simple, quick and flavorful recipe, the savory tart with ricotta, zucchini and tuna is the perfect choice! Ideal for a light dinner, a meal on the go or a tempting appetizer. It is made with easy-to-find ingredients and always wins you over with its creaminess and delicate taste. A great fridge-clearout solution to keep on hand!
Serve it warm or cold — the savory tart with ricotta, zucchini and tuna is delicious on every occasion! You can prepare it in advance and enjoy it whenever you like: a true kitchen ally.
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very affordable
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Cooking time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 8 Servings
- Cooking methods: Microwave
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
Ingredients
- 1 roll puff pastry
- 1 7/8 cups ricotta
- 1 egg
- 2.5 oz pancetta, diced
- 3 oz tuna
- 1 zucchini
- to taste aromatic salt
- to taste grated cheese
Tools
- Mixing bowl
- Ladle
- Crisp plate
Steps
In a bowl, add the ricotta, the egg, the diced pancetta, the tuna, and the zucchini (cut into small cubes and cooked with oil and salt for 10 minutes in the air fryer).
Roll out the puff pastry sheet on the crisp plate and press it down evenly.
Add a pinch of aromatic salt and a generous amount of grated cheese on top, then cook for about 15 minutes in the microwave using the Crisp mode.
If you don’t have a microwave, it will be fine for about 30 minutes at 356°F in the oven.
✨ Variations:
• Add a few tablespoons of pecorino for a stronger flavor
• Try it with shortcrust pastry (pâte brisée) or a whole wheat crust
• A touch of fresh mint or grated lemon zest will make the filling even more aromatic
• Replace the tuna with smoked salmon or diced speck
