Description
A rustic and savory Fresh Tomato Galette with a flaky homemade pastry crust, layered with gooey gouda cheese, garlicky tomato slices, and topped with fresh basil and flaky salt—an effortless yet elegant summer dish.
Ingredients
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces
1/4 cup cold sour cream
1 tsp fresh lemon juice
2 tbsp ice water
1 1/2 lbs assorted tomatoes, sliced 1/4-inch thick
2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 tsp kosher salt
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1 cup shredded gouda cheese
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
1 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp flaky sea salt
Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Instructions
- Whisk together the flour and salt in a large bowl.
- Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in the sour cream, lemon juice, and ice water until the dough holds together.
- Shape the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic, and chill for at least 1 hour.
- Toss the sliced tomatoes with garlic, kosher salt, and oregano. Let sit for 10–15 minutes, then pat dry with paper towels.
- Roll the chilled dough into a 12-inch circle on parchment paper and transfer to a baking sheet.
- Spread shredded gouda over the center of the dough, leaving a 2-inch border.
- Layer tomatoes and garlic over the cheese, then fold and pleat the edges of the dough over the filling.
- Brush the crust with olive oil and sprinkle with flaky sea salt. Chill the assembled galette for 15–20 minutes.
- Bake at 400°F for 25–30 minutes, until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbling.
- Cool slightly, garnish with fresh basil, and slice to serve.
Notes
- Use a mix of heirloom, roma, and cherry tomatoes for variety.
- Switch gouda for cheddar or asiago for a flavor twist.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Reheat in a 350°F oven for 10–15 minutes to restore crispness.
- Freeze cooled galette whole or in slices for up to a month.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus chilling time)
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg