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Spring Mushroom & Asparagus Galette

A rustic free-form tart filled with sautéed mushrooms, tender asparagus, fresh thyme, and creamy ricotta, all wrapped in a flaky golden crust. It’s earthy yet bright — and absolutely stunning sliced and served warm.
Course Brunch, Main Course
Cuisine French
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings 6 1 large galette
Calories 340kcal

Ingredients

  • Galette Dough
  • 1 ¼ cups 160 g all-purpose flour
  • ½ tsp sea salt
  • ½ cup 113 g cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • 3 –4 tbsp ice water
  • Filling
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 12 oz mixed mushrooms cremini, shiitake, oyster, sliced
  • 1 bunch asparagus trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 1 small shallot finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
  • ½ tsp sea salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp fresh lemon zest
  • Cream Layer
  • ¾ cup whole milk ricotta
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
  • Pinch salt & pepper
  • Finish
  • 1 egg for egg wash
  • Extra thyme sprigs
  • Fresh microgreens optional garnish

Instructions

  • 1️⃣ Make Dough
  • Mix flour and salt.
  • Cut in butter until pea-sized crumbs form.
  • Add ice water gradually until dough forms.
  • Shape into disk, wrap, and chill 30 minutes.
  • 2️⃣ Prepare Filling
  • Heat olive oil in skillet over medium heat.
  • Sauté shallot 2 minutes.
  • Add mushrooms and cook until moisture evaporates and they turn golden (about 6–8 minutes).
  • Add asparagus and cook 2–3 minutes (they should stay bright green).
  • Stir in garlic, thyme, salt, pepper, and lemon zest.
  • Remove from heat and cool slightly.
  • 3️⃣ Prepare Ricotta Layer
  • Mix ricotta, Parmesan, parsley, salt, and pepper.
  • 4️⃣ Assemble
  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Roll dough into 12-inch circle on parchment.
  • Spread ricotta mixture in center, leaving 2-inch border.
  • Top with mushroom mixture evenly.
  • Fold edges of dough over filling, pleating as you go.
  • Brush crust with egg wash.
  • 5️⃣ Bake
  • Bake 35–40 minutes until crust is golden brown.
  • Cool 10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Approximate Nutrition (Per Slice, 1/6 galette)
Calories: ~340
Total Fat: 23 g
Saturated Fat: 12 g
Cholesterol: 75 mg
Sodium: 320 mg
Total Carbohydrates: 26 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 9 g
(Values are estimates and may vary by ingredient brand.)
🌿 Make It Extra Spring-Beautiful
• Use mixed wild mushrooms for varied texture
• Garnish with microgreens and lemon zest just before serving
• Serve on a wooden board for rustic elegance
• Add a light drizzle of truffle oil for aroma