Once you’ve mastered making a tender, flaky whole wheat pie crust, it’s time to put those new baking skills to delicious use! This Lemon Arugula Tart is one of my favorite ways to celebrate fresh, wholesome ingredients while creating a meal that’s both elegant and easy to prepare.
With its bright lemon flavor, peppery arugula, creamy filling, and hearty whole wheat crust, this tart is perfect for brunch, lunch, a light supper, or even a special gathering with family and friends.
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- A Quick Glance: Video Contents
- About The Lemon Arugula Tart Recipe
- Lemon Arugula Tart Serving Suggestions
- Continue Your Whole Grain Baking Journey
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A Quick Glance: Video Contents
- Learn how to turn your homemade whole wheat pie crust into a beautiful savory tart.
- Bright lemon and peppery arugula create a fresh, vibrant flavor combination.
- A wonderful recipe for brunch, lunch, or a light supper.
- Packed with wholesome ingredients that are both delicious and nourishing.
- Perfect for spring and summer entertaining, yet satisfying year-round.
- Easily customize the filling with your favorite cheeses, herbs, or seasonal vegetables.
About The Lemon Arugula Tart Recipe
Savory tarts are one of those wonderfully versatile recipes every home cook should have in their repertoire. They’re simple enough for a weeknight meal, yet elegant enough to serve when guests come to visit.
The homemade whole wheat pie crust provides a sturdy yet tender base that complements the fresh filling beautifully. The lemon adds a bright burst of flavor while the arugula contributes its signature peppery bite. Together they create a tart that’s both comforting and refreshing.
One of my favorite things about this recipe is how adaptable it is. Once you’ve learned the basic technique, you can easily change the cheeses, herbs, or vegetables to make it your own using whatever is fresh and in season.
If you’ve never made a savory tart before, don’t worry! In my recipe video, I’ll walk you through each step so you can bake with confidence.
Lemon Arugula Tart Serving Suggestions
This tart pairs beautifully with:
- A crisp green salad.
- Fresh seasonal fruit.
- A cup of homemade soup.
- Roasted vegetables.
- A simple brunch spread.
It’s equally delicious served warm from the oven or enjoyed later at room temperature, making it an excellent choice for entertaining or meal prep.
Continue Your Whole Grain Baking Journey
This Lemon Arugula Tart is another step in learning just how versatile whole-grain baking can be. Once you’ve mastered the whole wheat pie crust, you’ll discover there are countless sweet and savory recipes you can create for your family.
I hope this savory tart inspires you to enjoy whole-grain baking in a brand-new way. Sometimes the simplest ingredients come together to create the most memorable meals—and this tart is a wonderful example of just that!
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Lemon Arugula Tart Recipe
Ingredients
For the Filling
- 4 cups :Packed fresh arugula, blanched
- 2 cups Gruyère or Swiss cheese, grated
- 1 1/2 cups Heavy cream (also known as whipping cream)
- 3 large eggs
- Zest of 1 large lemon
- 1 tsp Fine-ground sea salt
- 1/4 tsp Freshly-grated nutmeg
- Fresh herbs optional
Instructions
- Prepare and chill your whole wheat pie crust.
- Roll out the dough and fit it into a tart pan.
- Spread cheese on top of the dough.
- Top the cheese with the arugula.
- Mix together all the remaining ingredients (including herbs, if using) and whisk well.
- Pour the wet mixture over the cheese and arugula mixture in the tart pan.
- Bake at 350ºF (177°C) for 30 minutes or until the filling is set and lightly golden on top.
- Allow the tart to cool slightly before slicing and serving.
- Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
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