Potato Leek Tart
Potato leek tart is a savory galette, layered with sauteed leeks, thinly sliced potatoes and a bold Dijon béchamel.
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Cook Time40 minutes mins
Dough Chilling30 minutes mins
Total Time1 hour hr 20 minutes mins
Course: Brunch, Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: French, Mediterranean
Keyword: potato leek galette, potato leek tart
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 203kcal
Dough
- 1 ¼ cup all-purpose flour + more for rolling
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 8 tablespoons cold, unsalted butter cut into small cubes
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt
- 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- ¼ cup ice water
Filling
- 2-3 small Yukon potatoes washed and thinly sliced
- 1 large leek washed and chopped
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh thyme leaves + more, for garnish
Make the Dough
- Add flour, salt, and cubed butter to a food processor. Pulse until the butter is the size of small peas. 
- In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and ice water. Add the mixture to the food processor and pulse until the dough forms a ball. 
- Using floured hands, shape the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. 
Prepare the Filling
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped leeks and sauté until wilted, about 5-8 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, then set aside to cool. 
- To make the béchamel, melt butter in a small pot over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until no raw flour remains. 
- Stir in Dijon mustard, paprika, salt, and pepper. Gradually add the warmed milk, whisking constantly until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon, about 2-3 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, then set aside. 
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). 
Assemble the Tart:
- Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface into a 10-12 inch circle, or divide it into two smaller tarts. Transfer the dough to a parchment-lined baking sheet. 
- Spread the béchamel over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border. Layer the sautéed leeks and thinly sliced potatoes on top. 
- Fold the edges of the dough over the filling, overlapping as needed. Brush the crust with egg wash and sprinkle with sea salt and fresh thyme. 
Bake and Garnish
- Bake the tart for 25-30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the potatoes are tender. 
- Garnish with fresh thyme leaves and serve warm. 
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- Slice Potatoes Thinly: Use a mandoline or sharp knife to slice the potatoes thin and evenly, ensuring they cook through in the oven.
- Soak the Potatoes: After slicing potatoes, soak them in cold water while you're preparing the rest of the dish, which will help potatoes get more crispy, then pat dry with paper towels.
- Cover the Tart: If you see the crust is getting dark too quickly, cover the tart with foil and continue baking.
- Chill the Dough: If making homemade dough, chilling it beforehand makes rolling it out much easier.
- Transfer Dough to Baking Sheet: Before layering the tart, make sure to transfer the dough to the lined baking sheet first, since it's very delicate.
- Dough: Premade pie crust works beautifully for this recipe.
 
Recipe makes 1 large tart or 2 smaller ones. Calories: 203kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 47mg | Sodium: 176mg | Potassium: 204mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 557IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 52mg | Iron: 1mg