Comfort Food: Nostalgic Savory Pie or Tart Recipes | (2024)

Savory pie, or tart as we say in Ireland, is a perfect one-dish dinner or lunch. There's a tart for everyone in this selection of savory pies from around the internet.

From hand pies to galettes, rustic tarts to veggie stuffed savory pies, these beautiful creations are sure to whet your appetite.

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Since Irish people love to make savory tarts, I hope you'll find quiches and tarts on the lunch menus of many Irish cafés and restaurants.

Ireland is also famous for Dingle Pies which are made with carrots, peas and lamb, but that's a recipe for another day.

I'm not talking about chicken pot pie, or shepherd's pie this time. This collection features some ultimate comfort food, but there's no pork, ground beef, salmon, turkey, or chicken required. Vegetables all the way this time round.

These vegetable tarts are all vegetarian, and many are made with an unusual combination of ingredients.

I hope you find your favorite here.

Table of Contents

  • Asparagus and Mushroom Galette by Sula and Spice
  • Mushroom Feta and Asparagus Tart by A Tasty Kitchen
  • Tomato Tart by Small Town Woman
  • Shallot Tart by Taste Botanicals
  • Rustic Tomato Tart by Joy Filled Eats
  • Onion Tart by Masala Herb
  • Onion Tartlets by Joy Filled Eats
  • Caramelized Onion Tartlets by An Edible Mosaic
  • Bacon Asparagus Tarts by Thrifty Jinxy
  • Rustic Onion and Potato Tart by The Cozy Plum
  • Lemon Asparagus Tart by Barth Bakery
  • Zucchini Ricotta Tart by If You Give a Blonde a Kitchen
  • Tomato Galette by Forking Good
  • Sweet Potato, Kale and Apple Tart by Cooking and Cussing
  • Honeynut Squash and Goat Cheese Galette by Barley + Sage
  • Thank You To Our Contributors

Asparagus and Mushroom Galette by Sula and Spice

First, here's an asparagus and mushroom galette that's so delicious and filling. You will love to share a slice of this with someone special!

The pie crust is made with a sheet of puff pastry making this an easy dinner to put together.

Mushroom Feta and Asparagus Tart by A Tasty Kitchen

Mushroom, feta and asparagus come together to create one unforgettable savory tart. This would be perfect for lunch with friends.

This is one of my favorite savory pie recipes and one that is sure to impress guests.

This tart is built over a mushroom duxelle, which is made with minced onions to form a textured sauce-like mixture.

Tomato Tart by Small Town Woman

This is the tart for you if your garden is producing lots of tomatoes right now!

So tasty with melted mozzarella cheese combined with tomatoes for a true taste of Italy.

Shallot Tart by Taste Botanicals

Shallots have such a wonderful flavor. To capture them in a tart; well that is a tantalizing idea!

They're flavor is not as strong as a regular onion, and the tend to be deliciously sweet.

Rustic Tomato Tart by Joy Filled Eats

This tart is packed with tender tomatoes and so much rustic flair.

Plus if you're looking for a gluten-free tart, then this is the recipe for you.

The crust is made with almond and coconut flours, combined with ground golden flax, plus some grated cheddar cheese.

Onion Tart by Masala Herb

Onion tart packs a savory bite that you are sure to love. This is such a great recipe.

This recipe works great with a regular shortcrust pastry crust, a puff pastry crust. Phyllo dough also makes a delicious crust for this savory dish.

Onion Tartlets by Joy Filled Eats

These little tartlets are perfect for anyone who can’t get enough onion flavor!

If you like cheese and onion flavor then these savory morsels are for you. Cheese and onion is a favorite Irish flavor that features in our potato chips, known as Tayto.

Caramelized Onion Tartlets by An Edible Mosaic

This onion tart is gorgeous, and has a sweet note to it thanks to the caramelization of the onions.

The onions are sweet and tender, and beautifully browned in these tasty bites.

Bacon Asparagus Tarts by Thrifty Jinxy

These tarts have so much hearty bacon flavor. It pairs perfectly with the asparagus.

Bacon and asparagus are made extra tasty with added Parmesan cheese and a dash of garlic powder.

Beaten eggs bring everything together for these party pleasers.

Rustic Onion and Potato Tart by The Cozy Plum

Onions and potatoes make for one dreamy combination in a savory tart.

The onion flavors meld with the potatoes in the oven, for a delicious combination of textures in evey slice. Grab your knife and fork and dig in.

Lemon Asparagus Tart by Barth Bakery

Lemon and asparagus seem to be made for each other with this tart recipe.

This crust is made with a flaky, butter pastry. It's covered with a lemon infused mascarpone cheese mixture, before topping it all with trimmed asparagus spears.

You could add some olives or herbs on top if you wish.

Zucchini Ricotta Tart by If You Give a Blonde a Kitchen

This tart is the one to keep on hand for zucchini season! It is so delicious!

Basil, garlic, ricotta and parmesan cheeses create a delicious base for fresh zucchini.

Tomato Galette by Forking Good

This tomato galette is so savory and dreamy. It is the perfect summer dish.

Fresh basil leaves and balsamic drizzle take this dish to the next level of excellence.

You could also try some sliced roasted peppers in addition to the tomatoes in this recipe.

Sweet Potato, Kale and Apple Tart by Cooking and Cussing

Apples, kale and sweet potatoes are the perfect combination for this tart that has a lot of fall vibes packed inside.

This one could also be made with spinach instead of kale.

Honeynut Squash and Goat Cheese Galette by Barley + Sage

Goat cheese is an immediate elevation for this galette recipe. It has such a delightful flavor when paired with squash!

Honey adds a touch of sweetness to the roasted squash - the featured vegetable in this savory tart.

Thank You To Our Contributors

In conclusion, I would like to express a big thank you to all the wonderful cooks and bloggers who submitted their recipes for publication here.

I really appreciate their permission to share their photography here on my website.

I hope you find a vegetable tart here that you'll enjoy.

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Slán agus beannacht,

(Goodbye and blessings)

Mairéad -Irish American Mom

Pronunciation - slawn ah-gus ban-ock-th

Mairéad - rhymes with parade

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FAQs

What are the four types of tarts? ›

There are four main types of tarts: fruit tarts, custard tarts, chocolate tarts, and savory tarts.

What is the difference between a pie and a tart? ›

While pies look covered from all sides, tarts are open from the top and you can easily see the filling on top. Another difference lies in the base. While pies have a thin and smooth crust, tarts have a rather thick and crumbly crust which crumbles down when pieces are cut from the tart.

What is similar to a pie? ›

PiesTarts – If you've ever thought a tart was pie, you're forgiven because they're incredibly similar. The main difference is that tarts only have a bottom crust, and the crust is much thicker than a pie crust.

How many types of pies are there in the world? ›

There are, literally, hundreds of different types of pies, each one with its own unique flavors and textures. Some of the most common pies include apple, cherry, pecan, blueberry, lemon meringue, key lime, and of course, pumpkin.

Why are they called Gypsy tarts? ›

A legend says that a woman invented the tart to feed hungry gypsy children.

What is a tart derogatory term? ›

Tart is an offensive word for a woman who dresses or behaves in a way that suggests she wants to have sex with a lot of different people. [informal, offensive, disapproval]

Is a tart sweet or savoury? ›

Quiches are traditionally savoury only, while a tart can be sweet OR savoury. Either way, they're classic warm-weather fare, and taste best served at room temperature.

Is cheesecake a pie or tart? ›

Culinary classification

Others find compelling evidence that it is a custard pie, based on the overall structure, with the separate crust, the soft filling, and the absence of flour. Other sources identify it as a flan, or tart.

What pie do people like the most? ›

Popular pie flavors can vary by region and personal taste, but some of the most commonly enjoyed pie flavors include:
  • Apple.
  • Pumpkin.
  • Pecan.
  • Cherry.
  • Blueberry.
  • Key Lime.
  • Lemon Meringue.
  • Peach.
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What is everyones favorite pie? ›

Apple pie is arguably one of the most popular pie flavors. A symbol of America, the apple pie was actually invented by the British. Apple pie is simply made with sliced apples on double-crusted pastry dough.

What is a pie without a top crust called? ›

A pie is a baked or fried dish which is usually made of a pastry dough casing that covers or completely contains a filling of various sweet or savory ingredients. A tart is a baked dish consisting of a filling over a pastry base with an open top not covered with pastry.

What pie starts with m? ›

M
  • Maids of honour tart.
  • Manchester tart.
  • Maple custard pie.
  • Maraca pie.
  • Millionaire pie.
  • Mississippi mud pie.

What were the 4 original Pop-Tarts? ›

We'd Google for information, but then pick and choose things that made us laugh and make up the rest. We could have cared less about what really happened.” Pop-Tarts initially only came in four flavors—strawberry, blueberry, brown sugar cinnamon and apple currant.

What are the four 4 types of fillings for pies and tarts? ›

Fillings make pies and tarts distinctive and flavorful. Four types of fillings are common: cream, fruit, custard and chiffon.

What were the first 4 Pop-Tarts? ›

Pop-Tarts proved an instant hit. Shortly after a test release in Cleveland with four original flavors—Blueberry, Strawberry, Apple Currant and Brown Sugar Cinnamon—Kellogg's completely sold out of its 45,000 test cases.

What are the three types of tarts? ›

Varieties. There are many types of tarts, with popular varieties including Treacle tart, meringue tart, tarte tatin and Bakewell tart. A jam tart uses jam in place of fresh fruit. Tarte Tatin is an upside-down tart, of apples, other fruit, or onions.

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