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Lemon-Olive Oil Tart: A Bright and Sophisticated Dessert with Mediterranean Flair

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Elegant, refreshing, and surprisingly simple, the Lemon-Olive Oil Tart is a refined dessert that brings together citrusy brightness and the fruity richness of extra-virgin olive oil. This tart is a celebration of contrasts—light yet luscious, tangy yet sweet, rustic yet elegant.

Ingredients

1½ cups all-purpose flour

¼ cup granulated sugar

¼ teaspoon salt

½ cup extra virgin olive oil (fruity, high-quality)

2–3 tablespoons cold water

4 large eggs

¾ cup granulated sugar

½ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 3–4 lemons)

1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest

½ cup extra virgin olive oil

Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt. Add olive oil and stir until crumbly. Mix in water one tablespoon at a time until the dough just comes together. Press evenly into a 9-inch tart pan with a removable bottom. Prick the bottom with a fork. Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes while you preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line the crust with parchment paper and fill with pie weights or dried beans. Bake for 15 minutes, then remove the weights and bake for another 10 minutes, or until lightly golden. Set aside to cool slightly.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs and sugar until smooth. Add lemon juice, zest, olive oil, and a pinch of salt. Whisk until well combined.
  4. Pour the filling into the pre-baked crust. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the filling is set but slightly jiggly in the center. Cool completely, then chill in the fridge for at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

Incorporate a small amount of fresh thyme or basil into the lemon filling for a subtle herbal flavor.

Swap out some of the lemon juice for orange juice for a different citrus profile.

Use a gluten-free flour blend for the crust to make the tart gluten-free.

Top with whipped coconut cream or a dusting of powdered sugar for extra flair.

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