Alsatian Tarte Flambée
Alsatian Tarte Flambée, or Flammekueche, is a thin, crisp flatbread from the Alsace region of France, traditionally topped with crème fraîche or fromage blanc, thinly sliced onions, and lardons. It is often baked in a wood-fired oven, giving it a distinctive charred and smoky flavor.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is generally high in fat and carbohydrates, with a moderate amount of protein from the lardons and dairy. A typical serving contains roughly 400-600 calories, providing calcium and some B vitamins.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 12 g |
| Carbs | 30 g |
| Fat | 20 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Sodium | 600 mg |
| Calcium | 150 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 180 mg |
| Potassium | 200 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.8 mcg |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg |
| Zinc | 1.5 mg |
Per 1 piece (approx. 1/4 of a 12-inch tart, 150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a beloved Alsatian specialty often enjoyed with local white wines like Riesling. Nutritionally, its simple, high-fat topping on a thin crust makes it a more indulgent, less dough-heavy alternative to pizza.
