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Asparagus Gruyere Tart
Rocco Fuhrman

Asparagus Gruyere Tart

Savor the exquisite flavor of fresh asparagus and nutty Gruyère in a flaky, golden crust. This Asparagus Gruyere Tart offers a perfect blend of earthy and savory notes, creating a light yet satisfying meal. Designed for busy parents, this low-carb, high-protein recipe is your new go-to for healthy elegance.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: French
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ cups almond flour
  • ¼ cup coconut flour
  • 1 tablespoon psyllium husk powder
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, very cold and cubed
  • 1 large egg, cold
  • 2-3 tablespoons ice water
  • 1 pound fresh asparagus, tough ends trimmed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium shallot, finely minced
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 ½ cups heavy cream
  • ½ cup grated Gruyère cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • Optional: Pinch of red pepper flakes

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Low-Carb Crust: In a large bowl, whisk together almond flour, coconut flour, psyllium husk powder, and sea salt. Cut in the cold, cubed butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add the cold egg and 2 tablespoons of ice water, mixing until a dough forms. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  2. Blind Bake the Crust: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the dough to an 11-inch circle and transfer to a 9-inch tart pan. Trim excess dough, line with parchment paper, and fill with pie weights. Bake for 15 minutes, then remove weights and bake for another 5-7 minutes until lightly golden.
  3. Prepare the Asparagus: Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Sauté minced shallot for 2-3 minutes, then add asparagus and cook for 3-5 more minutes. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  4. Whisk the Filling: In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, Dijon mustard, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper. Stir in the grated Gruyère cheese.
  5. Assemble the Tart: Arrange sautéed asparagus over the bottom of the crust. Pour the egg mixture over the asparagus and sprinkle additional Gruyère on top.
  6. Bake the Asparagus Gruyere Tart: Bake for 30-40 minutes until the filling is set and golden brown. A knife inserted should come out clean.
  7. Cool and Serve: Let cool for 15-20 minutes before removing from the tart pan. Slice and serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Ensure to blind bake the crust to prevent sogginess. You can substitute Gruyère cheese with Swiss or Fontina if needed.