Asparagus and Gruyère Tart

Asparagus and Gruyère Tart recipe videos

The Asparagus and Gruyère Tart is a savory French-inspired pastry, featuring tender asparagus spears and nutty, melted Gruyère cheese atop a flaky puff pastry or shortcrust base. It's a classic dish often served as an appetizer, light lunch, or part of a brunch spread, showcasing simple, high-quality ingredients.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This tart is typically high in fat and moderate in protein, with the fat coming from the buttery pastry and rich cheese. It provides key nutrients like vitamin K and folate from the asparagus, along with calcium from the Gruyère, with a rough calorie ballpark of 300-450 calories per serving.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	290 kcal
Protein	12 g
Carbs	18 g
Fat	20 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	2 g
Sodium	480 mg
Vitamin A	250 IU
Vitamin C	6 mg
Vitamin K	35 mcg
Folate	50 mcg
Calcium	200 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Potassium	180 mg
Phosphorus	150 mg

Per 1 slice (115 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, this tart reflects the French tradition of elegant, seasonal cooking, where the brief asparagus season is celebrated. Nutritionally, it's interesting because asparagus is a natural prebiotic, supporting gut health, while Gruyère offers a concentrated source of protein and minerals.