Description
Mini Pesto & Tomato Tartlets are a deliciously simple appetizer that combines flaky puff pastry, vibrant pesto, and sweet roasted cherry tomatoes. Perfect for any occasion, these bite-sized delights are sure to impress your guests with their stunning presentation and mouthwatering flavors. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy family night, these tartlets will elevate your culinary game!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 1/2 cup pesto sauce
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface until about 1/8 inch thick. Cut into squares or circles.
- Place the pastry pieces on a lined baking tray. Spread pesto sauce onto each piece, leaving a border around the edges.
- Arrange halved cherry tomatoes cut-side up on top of the pesto.
- Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Top generously with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.
- Let cool slightly before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tartlets (70g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 15mg