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Name: “Kiss Cam” Summer Vegetable Galette with Herbed Ricotta
Prep time: 40 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 sheet refrigerated pie crust (or homemade); 1 medium zucchini, thinly sliced; 1 small yellow squash, thinly sliced; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1 small red onion, thinly sliced; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1/2 tsp kosher salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1 cup ricotta cheese; 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped; 1 tbsp fresh chives, chopped; 1 tsp lemon zest; 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash); 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (optional)

“Kiss Cam” Summer Vegetable Galette with Herbed Ricotta

CrushedLemon1034

Channeling the unexpected drama of a viral 'kiss cam'—awkward, colorful, and impossible to ignore—this summer galette is a California-fresh, veggie-forward showstopper. Vibrant zucchini, squash, and tomatoes are artfully layered atop creamy herbed ricotta, all wrapped in a golden, rustic crust perfect for sharing (or not!) with friends. The playful, improv-style assembly keeps it unfussy, while the layers of flavor and color make every bite memorable—just like a concert moment gone viral. Serve with a crisp salad or chilled sparkling water for a dinner as lively as the story that inspired it.

Ingredients

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a quarter sheet pan or baking tray with parchment paper.
In a small bowl, mix ricotta, chopped basil, chives, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Set aside.
Toss zucchini, yellow squash, cherry tomatoes, and red onion with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp pepper in a bowl.
Roll out the pie crust on the prepared sheet pan. Spread herbed ricotta evenly over the center, leaving a 2-inch border.
Arrange the vegetables over the ricotta in a colorful, slightly overlapping pattern. Sprinkle with parmesan if using.
Fold the edges of the crust over the vegetables, pleating as needed to create a rustic edge. Brush exposed crust with egg wash.
Bake for 28–32 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and vegetables are tender. Let cool 5 minutes before slicing.
Garnish with extra basil and serve warm or at room temperature.