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Rustic Summer Squash and Goat Cheese Galette Easy Homemade Recipe with Fresh Thyme

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A simple and rustic galette featuring thinly sliced summer squash, creamy goat cheese, and fresh thyme baked in a flaky, buttery crust. Perfect for casual gatherings and easy summer meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/4 cups (150g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, cold and cut into small cubes
  • 3 to 4 tablespoons (45–60 ml) ice water
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • About 2 cups (200g) summer squash (yellow and zucchini), thinly sliced
  • 4 ounces (115g) goat cheese, softened
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, stripped from stems
  • 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest, finely grated
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • Pinch of flaky sea salt (optional, for sprinkling after baking)

Instructions

  1. Make the crust: In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Add cold, cubed butter and cut into flour using a pastry cutter or fingers until mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized bits.
  2. Gradually add 3 tablespoons ice water, stirring gently until dough just comes together. Shape into a disk, wrap in plastic, and chill for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Prepare the filling: Thinly slice summer squash. Toss slices with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
  4. Mix goat cheese with fresh thyme leaves and lemon zest until smooth.
  5. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface into a 12-inch circle about 1/8 inch thick. Transfer to parchment-lined baking sheet.
  6. Spread goat cheese mixture evenly over dough, leaving a 2-inch border.
  7. Arrange squash slices in overlapping layers on top of cheese. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  8. Fold edges of dough over filling, pleating to create rustic edge. Brush crust with beaten egg.
  9. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake galette for 35 to 40 minutes until crust is golden and crisp and squash is tender.
  10. Let cool on baking sheet for 10 minutes. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt if desired. Slice and serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Slice squash as thin as possible (about 1/8 inch) for even cooking and to avoid soggy crust. Keep butter cold and avoid overworking dough for flaky crust. Lemon zest brightens the filling and balances richness. If crust browns too quickly, tent with foil. Dough can be made up to two days ahead and refrigerated.

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