Lime & Avocado Vegan Tart
Lime & Avocado Vegan Tart
This gorgeous creamy, vegan tart is rich in important nutrients needed for optimal health. Avocadoes are an excellent source of the antioxidant vitamin E and beneficial monounsaturated fats which are essential for healthy cholesterol levels and good cardiovascular function. They also provide vitamin K for healthy blood clotting and strong bones.
Servings
4
Prep time
Cook time
Recipe
GF, VG
Ingredients
- Base
- 5 Medjool dates, pitted
- 2 heaped tbsp desiccated coconut
- 1 cup almond flour
Filling - 1 large avocado, peeled & seed removed
- ¾ cup coconut cream
- Zest & juice 1 lime
- 2 tbsp pure maple syrup or coconut nectar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Garnish - 1 lime, sliced into wheels
- Coconut flakes
- Zest 1 lemon
Method
- Place the base ingredients in a food processor and pulse until well combined and the mixture is sticking together.
- Spoon the base mixture into 4 medium tart tins and press down with the back of a fork. Using your fingers, press the mixture up the sides of the tins. Place the base tins in the freezer while you are making the filling.
- Place the filling ingredients except the zest in a food processor and blend until smooth and creamy.
- Gently mix the zest through then pour mixture over the bases.
- Place the tarts back in the freezer for 2 hours or until set.
- Garnish with lime slices, coconut flakes or lemon zest to serve.
- Tip: Let the tarts sit out of the freezer for 5–10 mins before serving so they soften a little.
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