Description
Golden cubes of roasted butternut squash, deeply caramelized onions, and tangy goat cheese come together on a flaky crust to create this show-stopping Butternut Squash Caramelized Onion Tart. This savory tart is perfect for cozy dinners, elegant brunches, or your next gathering. Whether you’re looking for quick breakfast options, easy dinner ideas, or vegetarian-friendly food ideas, this tart delivers flavor, texture, and a stunning presentation all in one. It’s one of those healthy snack or dinner ideas that tastes gourmet but is simple to make — a true easy recipe hero!
Ingredients
1 medium butternut squash peeled, seeded, and diced into 1/2-inch cubes
2 large yellow onions thinly sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil plus extra for brushing
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 teaspoon salt divided
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme or 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
1 pre-made pie crust or homemade tart crust
1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese or feta cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese optional
1 egg beaten, for egg wash
Fresh thyme for garnish optional
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread the diced butternut squash on a baking sheet lined with parchment. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and toss. Roast for 25–30 minutes until tender and lightly caramelized.
2. In a skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-low. Add onions and a pinch of salt. Cook slowly for 25–30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until deeply golden and caramelized.
3. Roll out pie crust and fit into a 9-inch tart pan. Prick bottom with a fork and chill for 10 minutes.
4. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Layer caramelized onions evenly over the crust. Top with roasted squash, crumbled cheese, and Parmesan. Sprinkle with thyme.
5. Brush crust edges with beaten egg. Bake 30–35 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is melted. Let cool 10 minutes before slicing.
6. Garnish with fresh thyme if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature with salad or soup.
Notes
Roast and caramelize the vegetables ahead of time to streamline assembly.
Use puff pastry instead of pie crust for a flakier base.
Let the tart rest before slicing to maintain structure.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Dish / Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American / Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: butternut squash tart, savory tart, vegetarian recipe, easy dinner, fall recipe