Loading...Give the traditional tart a savory makeover with the zesty taste of basil and tomatoes and California Avocados lend smooth, creamy goodness to the light cream cheese filling.
Tomato-Basil Avocado Tart
Nutritional Highlights (per serving)
120
Calories
9
g
Total Fat
4
g
Dietary Fiber
1
g
Protein
9
g
Total Carbs
Ingredients
Serves: 4| 1 | (9-inch) refrigerated ready-to-unroll pie crust | |
| 4 | oz. | whipped reduced fat cream cheese |
| 1 | tsp. | Skim milk |
| 3 | Tbsp. | fresh basil, chopped |
| 1 | California avocado, peeled and sliced | |
| 5 | red cherry tomatoes, cut in half | |
| 5 | yellow cherry tomatoes, cut in half | |
| 1 | tsp. | Garlic and Herb seasoning |
As with all fruits and vegetables, wash avocados before cutting. Check out our tips for how to choose and use California Avocados
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450°F.
- Place piecrust into 9-inch tart pan and gently press down; prick all over with fork.
- Bake for 15 minutes, or until golden. Cool tart shell completely.
- While piecrust is baking, place cream cheese, 1/2 avocado, milk, 2 tablespoons fresh basil and seasoning in a medium bowl and whisk together.
- Spread cheese mixture evenly in tart shell.
- Arrange avocado slices and tomatoes on top of filling.
- Sprinkle with left over basil and serve.
* Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados adjust the quantity accordingly.
NUTRITION INFORMATION
PER SERVING
Calories 120
Total Fat 9 g
Trans Fat 0 g
Saturated Fat 1 g
Unsaturated Fat 6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1 mg
Dietary Fiber 4 g
Protein 1 g
Total Carbs 9 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 330 mg
Potassium 250 mg
Total Sugar 3 g
Vitamin A 130 IU; Vitamin C 21 mg; Calcium 19 mg; Iron 4 mg; Vitamin D 0 IU; Folate 42 mcg; Omega 3 Fatty Acid 0.1 g
% Daily Value*: Vitamin A 2%; Vitamin C 35%; Calcium 2%; Iron 25 %;
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 Calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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