Individual Tomato Basil Tarts are dairy-free, egg-free, and vegan. These savory bites come together in under 30 minutes with less than 5 ingredients.
I recently found out that quite a few store-bought puff pastry products are dairy-free and egg-free, some even suitable for vegans. Nobody ever told me otherwise, I just figured they must be full of butter and require an egg wash. Well that's just not the case and I'm here for it!
Typically, I'm all for making your own dough but sometimes the convenience factor comes out on top. These tarts make a great appetizer and savory finger food. The flakiness from the puff pastry pairs perfectly with the juicy tomato.
Earlier this month, I told my husband that we need to lay off the homemade pizza. When I told him I was experimenting with these tomato basil tarts, he made a joke how these are essentially the same thing... To each his own, hah!
We started our Aerogarden back up a few weeks ago, so we have a garden full of fresh basil and other herbs. It's just so tempting to want to make pizza and pesto everyday.
They take almost no time at all to prep and bake for about 15 minutes, can't beat that! I think they would be great for a simple holiday party treat.
Additionally, if you need to make more, I bet you could slice smaller even squares in the dough and forego the folding. I haven't tested this so if you give it a go, be sure to share how it worked out for you.
How to make Individual Tomato Basil Tarts
The puff pastry I bought came rolled with parchment paper, so that was one less step! If yours doesn't, simply prepare a baking sheet then roll out puff pastry. Using a dough cutter, bench scrape, or pizza cutter, cut 8 even rectangles in the puff pastry then top with ingredients. Bring the opposite sides of each section together then bake and enjoy!
Individual Tomato Basil Tarts
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry
- 2 large tomatoes sliced
- 3 large fresh basil leaves chopped
- Vegan mozzarella style shredded cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400F. Roll out the puff pastry and transfer to a baking sheet. Some come already rolled with parchment paper, if yours doesn’t, prepare a baking sheet then roll out puff pastry.
- Cut 8 even rectangles in the puff pastry. Top each section with your desired amount of cheese and one slice of tomato. Sprinkle with fresh basil, salt, and pepper.
- Bring the opposite sides of each section together, then bake for 15 minutes. Tarts are ready when cheese is melted and puff pastry is golden. Serve and enjoy immediately!
Liz
How do you think they’d hold up to taking them to an event since they won’t be hot? They look so beautiful and sound so delicious! Thanks!
Jenna | The Urben Life
Thanks so much, Liz! I prefer them hot but they're just as tasty at room temp 🙂
Nicole Dawson
I need to make this! What vegan puff pastry did you use?
Jenna | The Urben Life
I used Wewalka but Pepperidge Farm has vegan-friendly puff pastry too!
Crystal
These look so good! I’m going to try this. Thanks for sharing!
Jenna | The Urben Life
Thanks Crystal 🙂 I hope you love em!
Katherine
I love how easy these are but how fancy they look!! Making them individual is so perfect for a little party. 🙂 Definitely trying these for my next girls night that I host!
Jenna | The Urben Life
Thanks, Katherine 🙂 Enjoy!!
Helen Little
These seem so simple to make yet look stunning! Plus my son loves tomatoes so this will be a winner with him.
Jenna | The Urben Life
Oh perfect 🙂
Jules Shepard
I can't wait until tomatoes are in season to give this a go. These look easy and super delicious - and quite honestly - so pretty!
Jenna | The Urben Life
Thanks so much 🙂 They're so simple to put together
Aditi Wardhan Singh
I can feel the flavors. I love anything with tomato and basil is such a great flavor.
Jenna | The Urben Life
Oh yes, such a great combo 🙂 Thanks!
Amber Myers
I know I will love these! I am a huge fan of tomatoes. These would make a delicious snack, that's for sure.
Jenna | The Urben Life
Be sure to take a picture and tag me on Instagram so I can see 🙂 @theurbenlife
Jordan | Read. Eat. Repeat.
These look delicious! I'm a tomato fanatic so I love that the tomato is featured front and center here.
Jenna | The Urben Life
Oh yay! Thanks Jordan 🙂
Alisa Fleming
What a lovely idea and these look so easy! I love that the cheese is baked inside rather than sprinkled on top - this seems to work better with dairy-free cheeses.
Jenna | The Urben Life
Thanks Alisa!! Oh yes, for sure!
Jane
Looks amazing. Always great to see such good vegan options
Jenna | The Urben Life
Thanks so much Jane 🙂 I hope you give these a try!
Annie @ Annie's Noms
These look delicious! I love shop bought puff pastry, life it too short to make puff pastry haha! I always make all other kinds of pastry, but I buy puff. It's so handy to have when you want to whip up gorgeous appetisers like this!
Jenna | The Urben Life
Yes, I completely agree hahah
Marna Altman
These look very delicious, simple to make and fancy to serve. My favorite combo! Thanks for the recipe.
Jenna | The Urben Life
Absolutely!! Thanks 🙂
Erin
This looks amazing! I can’t wait until my basil starts growing!
Jenna | The Urben Life
Thanks Erin 🙂 You'll have to let me know what you think when you try them!
Nilo
I loved the idea. It looks delicious and healthy. I will try it soon.
Jenna | The Urben Life
Thanks 🙂 I really appreciate it, enjoy!
Sofía
This looks so good!! I will make them this weekend. Thanks for sharing ?
Jenna | The Urben Life
So happy to hear that!! I hope you loved them 🙂
Zee
This looks yummy, and delicious! My kind of recipe, especially fir picky eater daughter. I will surely try it.
Jenna | The Urben Life
Thanks! I hope y'all enjoy 🙂
Kelly Bolen
These look delicious!! I can't wait to try them!
Jenna | The Urben Life
Woohoo 🙂 Thank you!!! Let me know what you think!
lauren
these look amazing!! Ill have to try!
Jenna | The Urben Life
Let me know what you think 🙂 Enjoy!
Casey the College Celiac
As usual, you have me drooling! So fresh and perfect for spring!
Jenna | The Urben Life
Aw haha! Thanks, Casey 🙂
Denise
These look beautiful! I can't wait to try these when the tomato's are ready. Thanks for sharing.
Jenna | The Urben Life
Can't wait to hear what you think 🙂 Enjoy!