Description
This Puff Pizza Tart is a quick and delicious treat featuring flaky puff pastry topped with savory red pesto, flavorful salami, and melted mozzarella. It’s perfect for a light lunch or a tasty snack, finished with a fresh touch of peppery rocket and an optional drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil for added richness.
Ingredients
Scale
Pastry
- 375g sheet ready-rolled puff pastry
Toppings
- 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
- Prepare Oven and Pastry: Heat the oven to 220°C (200°C fan)/gas mark 7. Unroll the ready-rolled puff pastry sheet onto a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Use a fork to prick the pastry all over to prevent it from puffing too much in uneven spots.
- Spread Pesto: Evenly spread 5 tablespoons of red pesto over the pastry, leaving a border of about 1 inch around the edges to allow the crust to rise nicely and remain crisp.
- Add Toppings: Layer the 70g sliced salami over the pesto, then scatter torn pieces of the 125g mozzarella ball on top. Season lightly with salt and pepper if desired.
- Bake the Tart: Place the tart in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until the pastry is golden, risen, and crisp, and the mozzarella is melted and bubbling.
- Finish and Serve: Remove the tart from the oven, drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil if using, and scatter a handful of fresh rocket leaves over the top to add a peppery freshness. Cut into slices and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use good quality red pesto for the best flavor.
- Adjust the baking time slightly if your oven runs hot or cool to achieve a perfectly golden, crisp crust.
- Rocket can be substituted with other fresh greens like arugula or baby spinach.
- This tart is best enjoyed fresh but can be reheated gently in the oven to regain crispness.
- For a vegetarian version, omit the salami and add extra vegetables like roasted peppers or olives.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Pizza
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Keywords: puff pastry pizza, Italian tart, salami pizza, mozzarella tart, easy pizza recipe
