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Puff Pizza Tart with Salami, Mozzarella, and Pesto Recipe

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  • Author: Ben
  • Total Time: 25-30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

This Puff Pizza Tart is a quick and easy savory pastry perfect for a light lunch or snack. Featuring a crispy golden puff pastry base topped with flavorful red pesto, spicy salami, and melted mozzarella, it’s finished with a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil and fresh peppery rocket for a balanced and delicious treat.

Ingredients

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Puff Pizza Tart Ingredients

  • 375g sheet ready-rolled puff pastry
  • 5 tbsp red pesto
  • 70g pack sliced salami
  • 125g ball mozzarella, torn into pieces
  • Drizzle extra-virgin olive oil (optional)
  • Handful rocket, to serve (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Heat your oven to 220C (200C fan)/gas mark 7 to ensure it is hot enough to give the pastry a golden, crispy texture.
  2. Prepare the Pastry Base: Unroll the puff pastry sheet onto a large baking sheet and use a fork to prick all over the surface. This prevents the dough from puffing unevenly while baking.
  3. Spread Pesto: Evenly spread the red pesto over the puff pastry, leaving a border approximately 1 inch wide around the edges to create a neat crust.
  4. Layer the Toppings: Arrange the sliced salami over the pesto, then scatter the torn pieces of mozzarella on top. Season with a little salt and pepper if desired.
  5. Bake: Place the tart in the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until the pastry edges are golden, risen, and crisp, and the cheese has melted beautifully.
  6. Finish and Serve: Optional: drizzle the tart with extra-virgin olive oil for additional richness and scatter fresh rocket leaves over the top to add a peppery freshness. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Pricking the pastry helps to control where it puffs up, giving a flatter base for your toppings.
  • Use good-quality pesto and fresh mozzarella for the best flavor.
  • Feel free to substitute salami with other cured meats or vegetarian alternatives.
  • Serve immediately after baking for the best texture; leftovers can be reheated but the pastry may lose crispness.
  • Adding rocket is optional but adds a nice fresh contrast to the rich toppings.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Keywords: puff pastry tart, pizza tart, quick pizza, easy puff pastry recipe, salami pizza tart, mozzarella pizza, red pesto pizza

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