Heirloom Tomato and Basil Tart Recipe

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Heirloom Tomato and Basil Tart
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  1. For the crust:.
  2. Directions.
  3. Place an oven rack in the center of the oven. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Place the pie crust on an ungreased baking sheet and bake for 7 minutes until lightly golden. Cool for 20 minutes.
  4. For the pesto:.
  5. In a blender or food processor, pulse the basil, pine nuts, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper until finely chopped. With the machine running, slowly add the olive oil until the mixture forms a smooth and thick consistency. Add the Parmesan and pulse until combined. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  6. Using a spatula, spread the pesto over the cooled crust. Arrange the tomato slices on top of the pesto and garnish with the sliced basil. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Cut the tart into wedges and serve.
  7. *Cook's Note: To toast pine nuts, place on a baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 8 to 10 minutes in a preheated 350 degree F oven until lightly browned.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 613.75 Kcal (2570 kJ)
Calories from fat 470.45 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 52.27g 80%
Cholesterol 11mg 4%
Sodium 666.18mg 28%
Potassium 67.32mg 1%
Total Carbs 30.08g 10%
Sugars 0.13g 1%
Dietary Fiber 1.23g 5%
Protein 6.57g 13%
Vitamin C 0.5mg 1%
Iron 0.8mg 4%
Calcium 149.1mg 15%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 560.37 Kcal (2346 kJ)
Calories from fat 429.53 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 47.73g 80%
Cholesterol 10.04mg 4%
Sodium 608.24mg 28%
Potassium 61.47mg 1%
Total Carbs 27.47g 10%
Sugars 0.12g 1%
Dietary Fiber 1.12g 5%
Protein 6g 13%
Vitamin C 0.5mg 1%
Iron 0.7mg 4%
Calcium 136.2mg 15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 16.4
    Points
  • 17
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low cholesterol,
  • sugar free

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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