Creamy Tuna Tart
Indulge in the savory comfort of this Creamy Tuna Tart, a perfect blend of rich flavors and flaky textures. This recipe features a homemade buttery tart crust filled with a luscious mixture of cream cheese, heavy cream, and eggs, combined with tender canned tuna, sharp cheddar cheese, and a delicate touch of herbs like thyme. With its golden, perfectly baked filling, enhanced by the freshness of green onions, this tart is a crowd-pleasing centerpiece for brunch, lunch, or dinner. Effortless yet impressive, this dish pairs beautifully with a crisp side salad or warm soup, making it a versatile and satisfying option for any occasion. Easy to prepare and ready in just over an hour, this recipe is your go-to for comfort food decadence packed with savory seafood goodness.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams All-purpose flour
- 100 grams Unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons Cold water
- 150 grams Canned tuna (in water, drained)
- 150 grams Cream cheese
- 100 milliliters Heavy cream
- 3 large Eggs
- 50 grams Cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 2 stalks Green onions (finely chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons Dried thyme
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
To make the tart crust, combine the all-purpose flour and a pinch of salt in a mixing bowl. Cut the cold unsalted butter into small cubes and rub it into the flour with your fingers until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
Add the cold water, one tablespoon at a time, and mix until the dough comes together. Form the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
Roll out the dough on a floured surface to fit a 23cm (9-inch) tart pan. Gently transfer the dough into the pan and press it into the edges. Trim any excess dough and prick the base with a fork.
Blind bake the crust by lining it with parchment paper and filling it with pie weights or dried beans. Bake for 15 minutes, then remove the weights and parchment paper and bake for another 5 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the cream cheese, heavy cream, and eggs until smooth and creamy.
Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, drained tuna, green onions, salt, black pepper, and dried thyme.
Pour the tuna mixture into the prepared tart crust, spreading it out evenly.
Bake the tart in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is lightly golden.
Allow the tart to cool for 5–10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your creamy tuna tart with a side salad or a light soup!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
491 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.5 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.6 g | 98% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 191 mg | 64% | |
| Sodium | 574 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.5 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.3 g | ||
| Protein | 17.2 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 114 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 194 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
