Crispy Asparagus and Prosciutto Tart
A quick and easy savory tart featuring flaky puff pastry topped with crispy asparagus, salty prosciutto, and nutty Parmesan cheese. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or light meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Snack, Appetizer
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed if frozen)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 bunch fresh asparagus (about 12–15 spears, trimmed)
- 6–8 slices thinly sliced prosciutto
- 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese (optional)
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- Sea salt (light sprinkle)
- Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone mat.
- On a lightly floured surface, gently roll out puff pastry to smooth creases, about 10×12 inches. Transfer to baking sheet.
- Score a 1-inch border around edges without cutting through to form a crust.
- Brush border with beaten egg and spread Dijon mustard evenly inside the border.
- Snap off woody ends of asparagus; cut in half if long. Toss with olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
- Spread ricotta cheese evenly inside border (if using). Arrange prosciutto slices over ricotta, then asparagus spears on top.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan over the tart and finish with lemon zest.
- Brush exposed pastry edges again with egg wash.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes until pastry is golden and crisp, asparagus tender but still crisp, and prosciutto is crispy.
- Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes.
- Slice into squares or rectangles and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Keep puff pastry cold until ready to bake to maximize puff. Score border without cutting through to create a puffed crust. Avoid overcrowding asparagus or adding too much cheese to prevent soggy pastry. Brush edges with egg wash for golden color and crispness. Reheat leftovers in oven at 350°F for 8-10 minutes to keep crust crisp. For gluten-free, use almond flour-based puff pastry. For vegetarian, omit prosciutto and add caramelized onions or roasted red peppers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of tart
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 550
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 15
Keywords: asparagus tart, prosciutto tart, puff pastry tart, Parmesan snack, easy appetizer, savory tart, quick snack