Roasted Beet & Goat Cheese Tart

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A vibrant, garden-inspired tart that tastes as beautiful as it looks.

🌿 Introduction

This Roasted Beet & Goat Cheese Tart feels like art you can eat — rustic yet refined, colorful yet grounding. I first made it when I wanted something beautiful for a winter dinner but didn’t have the energy for fuss. I roasted the last beets from my garden, spread a layer of herbed goat cheese over flaky pastry, and arranged the slices like stained glass. When it came out of the oven, I thought: This is what grace looks like — transformation through heat and patience.

The flavors are simple and honest — sweet beets, tangy cheese, and a buttery crust — yet somehow together, they tell a story of balance, beauty, and slowing down enough to notice what’s in season.

💛 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• A visually stunning yet easy-to-make dish.
• Perfect for holiday tables, brunches, or cozy dinners.
• Combines sweet, earthy, tangy, and savory flavors beautifully.
• Great way to showcase homegrown or farmers market beets.
• Delicious warm or at room temperature.

🕰️ Quick Reference Snapshot

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Yield: 6–8 servings
Skill Level: Intermediate
Equipment: Baking sheet, parchment paper, mixing bowl
Dietary Info: Vegetarian

🥬 Ingredients

(US + Metric)

For the Tart

• 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed (about 10 oz / 280 g)
• 3 medium beets, roasted, peeled, and sliced thin
• 4 oz (115 g) goat cheese, softened
• 2 tbsp (30 mL) olive oil, divided
• 1 tbsp (15 mL) honey or maple syrup
• 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
• ½ tsp sea salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• Optional: 2 tbsp (15 g) crumbled feta or chopped pistachios for garnish

For Roasting the Beets

• 1 tbsp (15 mL) olive oil
• Pinch of salt and pepper

🌱 Seasonal Swaps

• Substitute golden or striped beets for a milder flavor.
• Swap goat cheese for ricotta or cream cheese if preferred.
• Use a homemade crust for a heartier texture.

🌿 From My Garden

Beets are the jewels of my winter beds — earthy and unassuming at first, but radiant once roasted. I love brushing the soil from their roots and knowing that color this bold came straight from the ground. They remind me that hidden things often hold the deepest beauty.

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Roast the Beets

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Toss beets with olive oil, salt, and pepper; wrap in foil.
3. Roast 30–40 minutes, until tender when pierced.
4. Cool, peel, and slice thinly.

Prepare the Tart Base

1. Roll out puff pastry on parchment paper to smooth edges.
2. Transfer to a baking sheet and lightly score a 1-inch border around the edge.
3. Prick the center with a fork to prevent puffing.

Assemble

1. In a bowl, mix goat cheese with 1 tbsp olive oil, honey, thyme, salt, and pepper.
2. Spread mixture evenly within the scored border.
3. Arrange roasted beet slices in overlapping circles or stripes.
4. Brush edges of pastry with remaining olive oil.

Bake

1. Bake 20–25 minutes, until golden and puffed.
2. Let cool slightly; top with pistachios or feta if desired.

🍽 Serving & Pairing Suggestions

• Serve with Winter Greens & Citrus Salad or Moroccan Chickpea Stew.
• Pair with a light soup like Carrot Ginger Soup with Coconut & Lime.
• For brunch, add Garden Herb Popovers and Pear & Thyme Upside-Down Cake.
• Drizzle with balsamic reduction for extra depth.

🥡 Storage & Make-Ahead

• Keeps up to 3 days refrigerated; reheat at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes.
• Best served fresh for crisp pastry texture.
• Beets and filling can be prepped 1–2 days ahead.

✨ Final Thoughts

This tart always reminds me that beauty often begins beneath the surface — unseen, growing quietly until the right time. The humble beet, pulled from cold soil, becomes something stunning with just a little heat and care.

As you slice into its jewel tones, may you remember that your own slow growth — unseen and imperfect — is no less radiant in God’s eyes. 🌿💛

🤝 Community & Connection

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🛒 Favorites from My Kitchen to Yours

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• Sheet pan set — for even roasting and baking.
• Mandoline slicer — for perfect, thin beet slices.
• Pastry brush — to give that glossy golden finish.

🌻 Related on Southern Soil Sunshine

• [Italian Herb Focaccia Wreath] — A stunning bread to serve alongside this tart.
• [Winter Greens & Citrus Salad with Honey-Lemon Dressing] — Light contrast to earthy beets.
• [Moroccan Chickpea Stew with Preserved Lemons] — Global warmth in a bowl.
• [Rustic Apple-Sage Pork Chops] — For when you want savory depth with sweet notes.
• [Pear & Thyme Upside-Down Cake] — A soft, fragrant dessert to end the meal gracefully.