bohemianwanderer – This Greek salad tart brings together the crispness of puff pastry with the vibrant flavours of the Mediterranean. Perfect for summer meals, picnics, or casual entertaining, it’s a dish that looks impressive but comes together with minimal fuss. With just 10 minutes of prep and under an hour in total, this tart delivers both flavour and ease. It serves six to eight people, making it ideal for sharing. For plant-based eaters, simply swap in a dairy-free pastry and skip the feta.
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Begin by preheating your oven to 210C (190C fan)/410F/gas 6½. Line a baking sheet with greaseproof paper. Using a sharp knife, thinly slice 400g of ripe vine tomatoes—less than 5mm thick is ideal. Place the slices in a colander, toss with half a teaspoon of sea salt, and let them drain over the sink while you prepare the pastry.
Roll out 500g of puff pastry to roughly 32cm by 25cm. Score a border 2cm from the edge, transfer to the baking sheet, and brush the border with a beaten egg. Inside the border, layer the tomato slices and 1 finely sliced red onion. Scatter over 3 tablespoons of capers, 50g of chopped black olives, and half a teaspoon of dried oregano. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Bake the tart for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the edges are puffed and golden. Allow it to cool before adding the topping.
Refreshing Cucumber and Feta Topping to Finish
While the tart cools, prepare a refreshing topping that adds crunch and brightness to each bite. Trim half a cucumber and use a vegetable peeler to shave it into long, thin ribbons. Place the ribbons in a bowl and season with sea salt and black pepper. Squeeze over the juice of half a lemon and sprinkle in the remaining half teaspoon of dried oregano.
Next, crumble in 75g of feta cheese and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Toss everything gently until well combined. This topping adds a fresh contrast to the rich, savoury base of the tart. Just before serving, scatter the cucumber and feta mixture over the cooled tart. The contrast of warm pastry and cool topping makes this dish particularly satisfying on warmer days.
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This Greek salad tart is as flexible as it is flavourful. Serve it as a light main course with a green salad, or cut it into smaller squares for an elegant appetiser. Its colourful presentation and balanced flavours make it a standout dish, whether at the table or in a picnic basket. For those hosting guests with dietary restrictions, the tart is easy to adapt. A dairy-free puff pastry and the omission of feta transform it into a satisfying plant-based option without sacrificing taste.
