Golden Beet Feta Tarragon Tart

This Golden Beet Feta Tarragon Tart started out as a radish tart recipe originally found in a magazine, but I could not find the radish variety I wanted to use for the tart (watermelon). Then I saw gawgeous golden beets in the market and made up my own recipe. The original recipe called for store-bought pie crust. I made my own whole wheat version. I added feta and tarragon to the egg-based filling. Before placing the beets in the tart shell, I painted the slices with olive oil and roasted them to bring out their flavor.

I still have to get to that radish tart sometime this summer, but in the meantime, I could use this Golden Beet Feta Tarragon Tart recipe as a base and switch up the beets and herbs for other varieties.

Golden Beets: The Sunshine Root You Didn’t Know You Needed
Move over, red beets—there’s a new root in town, and she’s wearing gold. Golden beets (sometimes called yellow beets) are the sophisticated cousin of the classic ruby root vegetable. Golden beets bring subtle sweetness, a silky texture, and a pop of golden glamour to your plate. They are the star ingredient in this Golden Beet Feta Tarragon Tart.

What Makes Golden Beets So Special?

First of all, let’s talk color. These golden gems are like edible sunshine—vibrant, warm, and totally stain-free. No magenta hands here, thank you very much. Their flavor? Imagine all the earthiness of a beet, toned down and mellowed out with a hint of natural sweetness. They’re the beet for beet skeptics and beet lovers alike.

And because we love a little function with our flair, golden beets are loaded with nutrients. Think fiber, potassium, and folate wrapped in a glowy little package. They’re basically vegetables dressed for a dinner party.

How to Use Golden Beets Like a Pro, like in this Golden Beet Feta Tarragon Tart.

Golden beets shine in both rustic and refined dishes. Roast them until tender and caramelized for a side that tastes like vegetable candy. Shave them raw into ribbons for a stunning salad. Or pair them with creamy goat cheese, toasted hazelnuts, and a drizzle of citrus vinaigrette.

They also play well with others—think thyme, balsamic reduction, citrus zest, or even a whisper of truffle oil if you’re feeling extra.

Where to Find These Golden Beauties

You’ll spot golden beets at your local farmers’ market, natural grocers, or tucked among the heirloom veggies at specialty food stores. When shopping, go for beets that are firm, smooth-skinned, and still rocking their leafy tops. A bonus is that beet greens are completely edible and insanely good sautéed with garlic and olive oil.

Whether elevating a weeknight dinner or designing your next brunch board, golden beets bring both flavor and flair. Sweet, striking, and endlessly versatile, they’re the quiet luxury vegetable we’re all about this season.

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Golden Beet Feta Tarragon Tart in a Whole Wheat Crust

Course Brunch, Dinner, Lunch

Keyword golden beets, savory tart, vegetable tart, vegetarian

Prep Time 30 minutes

Cook Time 1 hour

Chill 30 minutes

Servings 12

Author Lora Wiley-Lennartz

Ingredients

• 2+1/4 cups whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup cold butter 1 +1/2 sticks cut into pieces
• 1/4 cup cold water
• 2 golden beets
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 6 eggs
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Instructions

Make the crust:

1. Grease and flour a 8 "x 12" tart pan (preferably one with a removable bottom)

2. In a food processor pulse the whole wheat flour and the salt until combined.

3. Add the cold butter pieces and pulse until the mixture has crumbs the size of peas.

4. Slowly stream in the water while pulsing. Stop mixing right when the dough has formed.

5. Remove the dough from the food processor, pat into a ball, wrap with plastic cling film and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

6. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

7. Roll out the crust on a lightly floured surface. Press into the prepared pan.

8. Use a fork to poke holes in the bottom of the crust.

Roast the beets:

1. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil

2. Trim and peel the beets and rinse them. Slice the beets into thin rounds.

3. Place the beets on the baking sheets and brush with olive oil.

4. Roast for 15 minutes.

5. Remove from oven.

Fill & Bake the Tart:

1. When the beets are cool enough to handle, place them in the bottom of the tart shell.

2. Whisk together the eggs, milk, feta and tarragon.

3. Season the mixture with salt and pepper.

4. Pour the mixture over the beets.

5. Bake for 45 minutes until the middle is solid (if you insert a knife, it should come out clean.)

6. Let cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.

So, do you like this Golden Beet Feta Tarragon Tart? Then also check out these other delicious recipes:

ORANGE TARRAGON POTATO SALAD

ROASTED BEET TARRAGON HUMMUS

WHOLE WHEAT RAMP WALNUT BREAD