Spinach and Feta Tarte Soleil

Spinach and Feta Tarte Soleil

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Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 15m
Cook Time: 35m
Total Time: 50m
Temp.: 400 °F
Servings: 6
Difficulty: Easy
4.8 (13 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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Nutritional Information

522
Calories
35g
Fat
42.3g
Carbohydrate
11.9g
Protein
35mg
Cholesterol
434mg
Sodium
Spinach and Feta Tarte Soleil

Recipe Description

This Spinach and Feta Tarte Soleil is an easy and impressive appetizer that can be whipped up in less than one hour, and no fancy ingredients are required. Though this recipe is French-inspired, it’s actually a pull-apart puff pastry with a savory spinach and feta filling that is super easy to prepare. This flaky, crispy crust loaded with a flavorful spinach-cheese center will please everyone at the dinner table for sure.

Also, you can prepare this savory “sun tart” a day before or in the morning of the day you want to serve it. Just assemble the tarte up until baking, cover loosely with parchment paper and leave it in the fridge. When ready to serve, toss it in the oven straight from the fridge, bake and enjoy! I like to serve this tarte with a simple sour cream and dill dip to complement the tarte’s strong flavor.

To make the Spinach and Feta Tarte Soleil, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Spinach and Feta Tarte Soleil

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Steps to make

  1. 1

    Make filling

    1 min
    Step 1 - Spinach and Feta Tarte Soleil

    In a bowl, mix together chopped spinach, 2 finely chopped scallions, 2 tablespoons finely chopped dill, 2½ ounces crumbled Greek feta, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 tablespoon lemon zest, kosher salt to taste, and ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper.

  2. 2

    Prepare pastry

    5 min
    Step 2 - Spinach and Feta Tarte SoleilStep 2 - Spinach and Feta Tarte Soleil

    Place one of the pastry sheets on a lightly floured piece of parchment paper. Roll out the pastry to form a 12-inch square. Use a pot lid or a plate to cut out a 10 or 11-inch circle in diameter. Transfer to a baking sheet and chill while you prepare the second sheet of pastry.

  3. 3

    Preheat oven

    Preheat the oven to 400 °F.

  4. 4

    Brush pastry with egg wash

    1 min
    Step 4 - Spinach and Feta Tarte Soleil

    Remove the chilled pastry sheet from the fridge and brush the egg wash all along the edges.

  5. 5

    Assemble tarte

    3 min
    Step 5 - Spinach and Feta Tarte SoleilStep 5 - Spinach and Feta Tarte Soleil

    Spread the filling over, leaving a ½ -inch border. Top with the second circle and press gently to seal.

  6. 6

    Slice rays

    3 min
    Step 6 - Spinach and Feta Tarte Soleil

    Place a 2-inch bowl or glass in the center of the pastry. Transfer the tarte with parchment paper to a work surface. Using a sharp knife, cut away from the bowl 12 to 16 even rays, depending upon how big your puff pastry circle is.

  7. 7

    Twist rays

    2 min
    Step 7 - Spinach and Feta Tarte SoleilStep 7 - Spinach and Feta Tarte Soleil

    Gently transfer the tarte with parchment paper back to the baking sheet. Working with one ray at a time, carefully twist 3 or 4 times. Brush all over with egg wash. Season with more salt and pepper if you wish.

  8. 8

    Bake

    35 min
    Step 8 - Spinach and Feta Tarte Soleil

    Bake the tarte in the middle of the oven for 30-35 minutes or until well-browned.

  9. 9

    Serve

    Step 9 - Spinach and Feta Tarte Soleil

    Let the tarte slightly cool before transferring it to a serving platter. Serve with a dip of your choice and enjoy!

Serve this Spinach and Feta Tarte Soleil as is or with a dipping sauce of choice and watch as it disappears! And please don't forget to tag us @cookmerecipes while sharing your results!

About the author

Lilly Mathuse

Lilly is an enthusiastic and cheerful young mom. She knows as well as any parent that children can be really picky when it comes to food. And she’s had plenty of experience trying to cook meals that are both tasty and nutritious, and able to satisfy the tastes of a fussy kid right away! To save you some precious time, Lilly's going to share with you all the tricks she learned the hard way, so you don’t have to! She has a wealth of recipes for quick and easy meals for kids and families on a budget.

Recipe Reviews

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4.8 out of 5 (13 reviews)
Emily
June 1, 2025
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So easy, loved it!

Pablo
May 24, 2025
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Man, I gotta say, this Spinach and Feta Tarte Soleil is a game changer! I made it for my buddies last weekend, and they were blown away. It’s super easy to whip up and tastes like a fancy French dish. Definitely gonna make this again!

Tatiana López
July 27, 2024
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¡Este tarte es lo maximo! Lo hice para una reunión y todos dijeron que era delicioso. ¡Definitivamente lo haré de nuevo!

Gordon
December 6, 2023
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Superb!

Kenny
October 5, 2023
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Thanks for sharing!

Quinn
September 13, 2023
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Fabulous! Made this tarte for a friend’s gathering, and everyone asked for the recipe! So easy and delicious!

Victoria
March 27, 2023
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So easy, so delicious. I made this for a family gathering and it was gone in minutes. Everyone loved the flavors, especially with the sour cream dip. I can’t wait to make it again.

Ulysses
March 22, 2023
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Superb

Sophie
September 5, 2022
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Totally chuffed with this dish. Made it for a family gathering and it was a hit!

Jake Johnson
July 14, 2022
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This tarte is a total win! My wife and I made it for our dinner party and folks were blown away. So easy!

Laura James
April 30, 2022
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OMG, this Spinach and Feta Tarte Soleil is a total game changer! Made it for my kiddos' playdate, and they devoured it! Super easy and looked fancy too! Definitely adding this to my go-to snacks! 🥳

Lori
May 16, 2021
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I made this Spinach and Feta Tarte Soleil for a family gathering, and everyone loved it! It’s so simple to prepare. I felt proud serving it; truly a hit.

Athina
March 4, 2021
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Amazing cocktail party appetizer! Thanks!

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