Forktionary

The Neely's Caprese Tart Recipe

A delectable twist on the classic Caprese salad! This recipe, inspired by The Neelys' Down Home cooking, features juicy tomatoes and creamy mozzarella baked atop a flaky puff pastry crust with a vibrant pesto base. Easy to make and perfect for a light lunch, appetizer, or elegant dinner party.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 513.4 kcal
Protein 34g
Rating 4.3 (3 Reviews)
The Neely's Caprese Tart 67

Recipe Actions

Share this recipe:

Recipe Author

Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for The Neely's Caprese Tart

  • 1 (14.1 ounce) package frozen puff pastry, thawed
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 1/2 cup pesto sauce
  • 2 large tomatoes, sliced
  • 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced

Cook Smarter with Sous, Your Kitchen Companion

Missing an ingredient for this The Neely's Caprese Tart? Need a perfect wine pairing or a healthy side dish idea? Don't guess—ask Sous! Your AI-powered sous-chef is ready to help you swap ingredients, adjust serving sizes, and discover flavor tips in seconds.

How to Make The Neely's Caprese Tart

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. On a lightly floured surface, roll out one sheet (14.1 oz) of puff pastry into a 12x8 inch rectangle, about 1/4-inch thick.
  3. Carefully transfer the pastry to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Brush the pastry with 1 large egg, lightly beaten.
  5. Bake for 10 minutes.
  6. Remove from oven and spread 1/2 cup pesto evenly over the partially baked pastry.
  7. Arrange 2 large (or 4 medium) sliced tomatoes and 8 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced, over the pesto.
  8. Bake for another 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the pastry is golden brown.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

21 g

Sugar

7g

Fat

66g

Carbs

10g

Recipe Categories (Choose a category and find related recipes!)

Starters Appetizers & Snacks Main Courses Lunch Main Dish / Dinner European Italian Mediterranean Vegetarian Summer Recipes Baking 30 Minutes Or Less

Recipe Tags (Choose a tag and find related recipes!)

30 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Preparation Appetizers Easy 3 Steps Or Less