Courgette Tart | Greedy Gourmet

Question 1

What courgettes should I use for this tart?

Accepted Answer

There are lots of different courgettes to choose from! I recommend opting for a mixture, to bring a range of flavours and also a blend of colours.

Here are a few of the most commonly available courgettes:

Black beauty – Widely available due to how easy they are to grow, black beauties are, despite their name, dark green in colour. With tender white flesh and a mild flavour, they are perfect for salads and especially for this tart recipe.

Gadzukes – Another long green variety of courgette, these ones have a subtle sweetness and a crispy texture, making them perfect for salads and pasta dishes.

Dunja – Often used to make fritters, due to their taste and texture, a Dunja courgette also makes the perfect addition to this tart.

Altena polka – These courgettes are remarkable for their vibrant yellow colour. A mixture of yellow and green courgettes makes for a more interesting dish, visually.

Question 2

When do courgettes grow?

Accepted Answer

Courgette season begins in early summer, typically around June. They grow for quite a long time, normally all the way throughout summer, sometimes up until the first frost.

Also, did you know that there’s no difference between courgettes and marrows?

They’re actually the same thing! The only difference is the amount of time they are left on the plant to grow. A marrow is a courgette that has been left on the plant to grow larger.

Question 3

How do I store leftovers?

Accepted Answer

Storing your courgette tart leftovers is easy.

All you need is an airtight container, which will help to preserve the puff pastry and the topping of your courgette tart.

You can store it in the fridge for up to five days.

Question 4

Can you freeze courgette tart?

Accepted Answer

Yes. If you want to store your cooked tart for longer than five days, it can easily be frozen.

Simply wrap your tart in clingfilm, then store it in a freezer safe airtight container.

It will stay good for up to three months.

Question 5

How do you reheat leftovers?

Accepted Answer

The best way to reheat your vegetable tart is in the oven. Preheat the oven to 170°C (fan 150°C/350°F/gas 3). Heat in the oven for 15-20 minutes until fully warmed.

Question 6

Can this recipe be scaled?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it can easily be scaled. Simple double or triple the measurements below if you want to make a larger batch.

Question 7

Can I make this tart ahead of time?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You can assemble the entire dish ahead of time, rolling out the puff pastry, spreading on the cream cheese and layering on the courgettes.

Then, cover in a suitable container and store in the fridge until you’re ready to bake in the oven.

Question 8

Should I use ready rolled puff pastry or shortcrust pastry for a courgette tart?

Accepted Answer

When it comes to making vegetable tarts, puff pastry is the way to go.

Question 9

Can I make my own puff pastry?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! For this recipe, I’ve gone for puff pastry. This is better suited for a quick and easy recipe where time is an issue.

However, if you want to put in a little more effort, making your own puff pastry is pretty straightforward.

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