Puff Pastry Egg Tarts with Veggies
Flaky puff pastry shells filled with a creamy egg custard and loaded with colorful vegetables. These tarts are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a light appetizer. You can make them ahead and serve warm or at room temperature.
Prep time: 15 minutes
Bake time: 20–25 minutes
Total time: 40 minutes
Ingredients
For the Tarts
1 sheet puff pastry (store-bought, thawed)
3 large eggs
¼ cup milk or cream
¼ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
½ tsp dried oregano or thyme
For the Veggie Filling
¼ cup bell peppers, finely diced (any color)
¼ cup zucchini, finely diced
2 tbsp onion, finely diced
2 tbsp cherry tomatoes, chopped
2 tbsp spinach, chopped
2 tbsp feta cheese, crumbled
1 tsp olive oil
Instructions
1. Prepare the Puff Pastry
Preheat oven to 200°C (390°F).
Roll out puff pastry on a lightly floured surface.
Cut into 6 equal squares and place on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
Lightly prick the center of each square with a fork to prevent puffing in the center.
2. Prepare the Veggies
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
Saute onion, bell peppers, and zucchini for 2–3 minutes until slightly softened.
Add cherry tomatoes and spinach, cook 1–2 more minutes.
Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
3. Make the Egg Mixture
In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk or cream, salt, pepper, and dried oregano/thyme.
4. Assemble the Tarts
Evenly distribute sautéed vegetables over the puff pastry squares.
Sprinkle crumbled feta on top, if using.
Pour egg mixture over the veggies, filling about ¾ of each pastry square.
5. Bake
Bake in preheated oven for 20–25 minutes or until puff pastry is golden and eggs are set.
Remove from oven and cool slightly before serving.
Tips
Use seasonal vegetables: mushrooms, broccoli, or asparagus work well.
Make it vegan: use a chickpea flour “egg” mix and dairy-free pastry.
Make mini tarts: cut pastry into smaller squares for bite-sized servings.
Can be made ahead: refrigerate, then reheat in the oven for 5–7 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use frozen puff pastry?
Yes! Just thaw according to package instructions before using.
Can I skip the cheese?
Absolutely! The tarts are flavorful even without feta.
Can I add protein?
Yes — cooked chicken, shrimp, or turkey bacon works well in the filling.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 210
Protein: 8g
Carbs: 20g
Fat: 12g
Fiber: 2g