Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Minty Courgette Tart

This Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Minty Courgette Tart is a fresh, summery dish that’s as elegant as it is easy. With creamy goat’s cheese, briny olive tapenade, and a pile of slow-cooked courgettes nestled on a crisp puff pastry base, it’s perfect for a light lunch, casual dinner, or even a weekend picnic. I made this on a sunny afternoon and served it with a glass of chilled white wine—it was heaven! (inspired by Jamie Oliver)

Ingredients Needed

• 1.5kg courgettes
• 1 heaped teaspoon dried mint
• 320g sheet ready-rolled puff pastry (cold)
• 6 teaspoons black olive tapenade
• 80g goat’s cheese

How To Cook Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Minty Courgette Tart

1. Cook the Courgettes: Start by trimming and peeling the courgettes. Slice them lengthwise into quarters, then scoop out and discard the seedy core. Roughly chop the rest. In a large shallow casserole or frying pan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the courgettes and dried mint, and cook gently for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally until soft and jammy. Use a potato masher to mash half the mixture, then stir it all together and season well. Let it cool for at least 5 minutes.
2. Preheat the Oven: While the courgettes are cooling, preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
3. Assemble the Tart: Unroll the puff pastry sheet onto its baking paper and transfer it to a baking tray. Spread the cooled courgette mixture evenly over the pastry, leaving a 1cm border. Fold the edges up slightly and press to seal the corners. Brush the exposed pastry with a little olive oil for golden crispiness.
4. Bake the Tart: Place the tray on the bottom shelf of the oven and bake for about 30 minutes, or until the pastry is golden, crisp, and puffed.
5. Add the Finishing Touches: Once baked, remove the tart from the oven. Dot the surface with teaspoons of black olive tapenade and crumble over the goat’s cheese. Serve immediately while it’s warm and fragrant.

Why I Love This Recipe

It’s amazing what you can do with five ingredients. This tart is bursting with flavor—from the minty courgettes to the sharp goat’s cheese and salty olives. The puff pastry gives it that irresistible flaky crunch, making every bite a little bit luxurious. It’s simple, satisfying, and just the kind of dish that makes you feel like you’ve eaten something special without spending hours in the kitchen.

Recipe Tips

• Keep the pastry cold: Cold puff pastry puffs better, so keep it in the fridge until you’re ready to roll.
• Slow-cook the courgettes: Give them time to soften and sweeten—it really deepens the flavor.
• Cool the filling slightly: Warm courgettes can make the pastry soggy if added too soon.
• Seal the edges: Folding and pressing the pastry edges helps keep the filling inside and forms a nice crust.
• Choose soft goat’s cheese: It melts nicely and adds a creamy, tangy finish.

How To Store Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Minty Courgette Tart

• In the Fridge : Let the tart cool fully before storing. Place in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
• Reheating : Reheat in a 180°C (350°F) oven for 10–15 minutes until hot and crisp again. Avoid the microwave if you want to keep the pastry crunchy.
• Freezing : You can freeze this tart unbaked. Assemble the tart and wrap it tightly in foil or plastic wrap. Freeze for up to 2 months. Defrost in the fridge overnight, then bake as directed.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

• Can I use another cheese instead of goat’s cheese?
  Yes! Feta or ricotta would be great substitutes, though goat’s cheese gives the best creamy-tangy contrast.
• What if I don’t have tapenade?
  Chopped kalamata olives or a little pesto would also work well in its place.
• Can I make it ahead of time?
  Yes—just bake and refrigerate. Reheat before serving to crisp it back up.
• Do I have to peel the courgettes?
  Not strictly, but peeling gives the filling a smoother texture and prettier finish.
• Can I add courgette flowers?
  Definitely! If you can find them, scatter them on top before baking for an elegant touch.

Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 584 kcal
• Fat: 41.8g
• Saturated Fat: 15.8g
• Protein: 15.9g
• Carbohydrates: 50.9g
• Sugars: 7.5g
• Salt: 1.3g
• Fibre: 5.4g

Try More Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Recipes:

• 5 Ingredients Runner Bean Stew
• 5 Ingredients Mujadara
• 5 Ingredients Potato Bombas
• 5 Ingredients Stuffed Squash