This delightful tart combines the fresh, verdant flavour of courgettes with the sweetness of caramelised shallots and the tangy kick of goat's cheese. Set in a crispy pastry crust, it's perfect for a light lunch or as an elegant starter.

Ingredients:

• 150 g all-purpose flour
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 115 g cold butter, diced
• 2-3 tbsp cold water
• 50g shredded mozzarella
• 200g feta
• 1 courgette
• 5 shallots
• 100g lardons
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh rocket lettuce for garnish

1. Preheat the oven to 190°C

2. Prepare the pastry:

• In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the cold butter and rub into the flour using your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
• Gradually add cold water and mix until a dough forms. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
• On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to fit a 9-inch tart pan with a removable bottom. Press the dough into the pan and trim the edges. Prick the base with a fork.
• Chill the pastry shell in the fridge for about 10 minutes.
• Line the pastry with parchment paper and fill with baking beans. Bake for 15 minutes. Remove the beans and paper, and bake for another 5 minutes until just golden. Set aside.

3. Prepare the fillings

• Cut the courgette into 1/2 cm slices.
• Peel and quarter the shallots lengthways.
• Cut the lardons into 1cm thick slices.
• Break up the feta into varied sized pieces.
• Wash the rocket by soaking in water with a few tablespoons of white wine vinegar. Leave for 10 minutes and then drain and rinse the leaves in a salad spinner.

4. Assemble:

• Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese evenly over the puff pastry.
• Layer the courgettes evenly over the cheesy puff pastry, overlapping each courgette by half.
• Place the shallots evenly over the courgette layer.
• Spread the lardons over the tart.
• Sprinkle the feta evenly over the tart as a final layer.
• Salt and pepper generously.

5. Bake:

• Place in the oven for at least 25 minutes, or more, depending on how crispy you like your pastry!

6. Garnish:

• Remove from the oven and place a large handful of rocket over the tart.
• Cut into 4 slices and serve with the extra rocket on the side.

Enjoy your healthy and hearty tart filled with flavour and nutrients!