Provençal Tomato Tart: Simple Recipe with Tomatoes and Herbs

This Provençal tomato tart is a simple savory tart with ripe tomatoes, crisp pastry, cheese, and fragrant herbs.

It is perfect as a light meal with salad or as a colorful side dish for summer lunches.

Ingredients for 6 servings

• 1 shortcrust pastry sheet, about 230 g
• 5 ripe tomatoes, about 650 g
• 150 g grated cheese
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, about 30 g
• 1 tablespoon olive oil, about 15 ml
• 1 teaspoon herbs de Provence
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon breadcrumbs, optional

How to make it

Prepare the crust

Preheat the oven to 190°C. Place the pastry in a tart pan and prick the base with a fork. Spread the mustard over the bottom.

Add cheese and tomatoes

Sprinkle the grated cheese over the mustard. Slice the tomatoes and arrange them in an even layer. If they are very juicy, pat them lightly with paper towel first.

Season and bake

Drizzle with olive oil, then add herbs de Provence, salt, and pepper. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, until the pastry is golden and the tomatoes are roasted.

Helpful tips

For a crisper base, sprinkle 1 tablespoon of breadcrumbs over the mustard before adding the cheese. Let the tart rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Conclusion

This Provençal tomato tart is easy, fragrant, and full of simple Mediterranean flavor. Serve it warm or at room temperature with a fresh green salad.