Description
These 20 Minute Cheesy Caprese Pesto Tarts are a delightful appetizer or snack that combines the fresh flavors of Caprese salad with the richness of pesto and cheese, all nestled in a flaky puff pastry crust. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy!
Ingredients
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For the Pesto
- 1/4 cup Fisher Walnuts
- 3 Cloves Garlic
- 3 cups Basil, fresh, packed
- 1/4 cup Olive Oil Extra Virgin, plus 1 tablespoon
- 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese, plus 1 tablespoon
- 1/2 teaspoon Lemon Zest
- 1/2 teaspoon Lemon Juice
- Salt, to taste
For the Tarts
- 2 Sheets Puff Pastry
- 1 cup Grape Tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese, cubed
- 1 Pinch Black Pepper, fresh cracked
- Balsamic Vinegar Glaze
Instructions
- For the Pesto – Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the walnuts and garlic. Toast until golden brown. Blend basil, nuts, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, and zest until smooth. Stir in cheese, salt to taste, and set aside.
- For the Tarts – Preheat oven to 400°F. Roll out puff pastry, cut into circles, poke holes, and press into muffin tin. Bake for 10 minutes. Fill each cup with pesto, add tomato, cheese, bake for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with pepper, drizzle with balsamic glaze, and serve.
Notes
- These tarts can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated until ready to bake.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tart
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
