Savory Caprese Tart, a simple and flavorful recipe, perfect for bringing all the tastes and colors of summer to the table.
Inspired by the famous Caprese salad, this crust version combines the crispness of the shortcrust pastry with the freshness of oxheart tomatoes and buffalo mozzarella, all completed by the unmistakable scent of fresh basil.
Ideal to serve as an appetizer or as a light main dish for an outdoor dinner, the savory tart with tomatoes and mozzarella is also a perfect solution for buffets and picnics: it can be prepared in advance and is easy to transport.
The shortcrust base, pre-baked to make it golden and fragrant, then welcomes a simple yet irresistible topping: thinly sliced oxheart tomatoes, well-drained buffalo mozzarella, and a few fresh basil leaves. The secret to perfect success lies in the quality of the ingredients: ripe but firm tomatoes, intensely flavored buffalo mozzarella, and freshly picked basil.
This Caprese savory tart demonstrates how, with a few genuine ingredients, you can create a scenic and flavorful dish in no time. Indeed, it takes just over 30 minutes to bring a recipe to the table that captivates at the first taste.
Whether you want to enrich a summer aperitif, impress guests with a colorful appetizer, or simply enjoy a fresh and light dish, the savory Caprese tart is always a winning choice. And, like every self-respecting summer recipe, it smells of sun, conviviality, and holidays.
At the end of the recipe, in the FAQ section, I answered some questions about this preparation. If you have other doubts or curiosities, leave a comment or use the special contact form at the end of the page.
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- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 8 People
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Spring, Summer
- Energy 198.16 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 15.76 (g) of which sugars 1.46 (g)
- Proteins 5.08 (g)
- Fat 12.37 (g) of which saturated 4.09 (g)of which unsaturated 0.00 (g)
- Fibers 1.36 (g)
- Sodium 104.35 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 50 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients for the Savory Caprese Tart
- 1 sheet shortcrust pastry
- 2 oxheart tomatoes
- 200 g buffalo mozzarella
- 1 sprig basil
- to taste salt
- to taste extra virgin olive oil
Tools
- Baking Pan
- Parchment Paper
- Ceramic Pie Weights
- Cutting Board
Recipe for the Savory Caprese Tart
Begin preparing the savory Caprese tart by laying the shortcrust pastry on a round baking pan 12 inches in diameter.
Prick it with a skewer or fork, cover it with parchment paper, and add weight: you can find special ceramic pie weights on sale, or alternatively, you can use chickpeas or beans.
Bake the shortcrust in a preheated static oven at 375°F for 20 minutes.
Remove from oven, take out the beans/weights and parchment paper and let it brown for another 10 minutes at the same temperature.
Remove from oven and let it cool completely.
Wash the oxheart tomatoes. Remove the top and slice them into pieces no thicker than a quarter of an inch.
Drain the buffalo mozzarella well, slice it into slices and then into cubes.
Arrange the tomato slices on the shortcrust shell.
Cover the holes with pieces cut from leftover slices.
Season with salt and extra virgin olive oil.
Continue by adding the mozzarella cubes to the savory tart.
Finish with fresh basil leaves.
Bring the savory Caprese tart to the table immediately.
Savory Caprese Tart: The Easy and Tasty Recipe
Check this section to clear your doubts. If you don’t find the answer to your question, leave a comment or write to me using the form below.
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Can I prepare the savory Caprese tart in advance?
Yes, you can bake the shortcrust base in advance and assemble the tart just before serving, so the mozzarella and tomatoes will remain fresh and won’t release too much water.
Can I use other types of tomatoes?
Sure, even vine or cherry tomatoes are perfect. The important thing is that they are ripe but firm, so they don’t release too much water.
How do I store the savory Caprese tart?
It’s best to consume it within a few hours to appreciate all its freshness. If it lasts, store it in the refrigerator for up to one day, covered with plastic wrap.
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