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Asparagus, Lemon Ricotta & Pea Shoot Open Pie

Asparagus, Lemon Ricotta & Pea Shoot Open Pie

This vibrant spring open pie is the definition of effortless elegance — crisp puff pastry, creamy lemon‑kissed ricotta, and tender asparagus spears arranged bakery‑style for maximum visual impact. Air‑fried until golden and finished with fresh pea shoots, it’s a light, bright seasonal dish that works beautifully as a starter, lunch, or centrepiece for easy entertaining.
  1. Asparagus, Lemon Ricotta & Pea Shoot Open Pie-1
  1. Asparagus, Lemon Ricotta & Pea Shoot Open Pie-1

Ingredients

  • 1 ready‑rolled puff pastry sheet
  • 200g ricotta
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt & black pepper
  • 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed to fit lengthways
  • 1 egg, beaten (egg wash)
  • Handful pea shoots
  • Optional: parmesan for grating

Preparation

  1. Trim the pastry into a neat rectangle and score a 1cm border (without cutting through).
  2. Mix ricotta, lemon zest, olive oil, salt and pepper. Spread inside the border.
  3. Arrange asparagus spears lengthways on top.
  4. Brush the border with egg wash and add a light grating of parmesan if using.
  5. Air fry at 180°C for 14–16 minutes until golden and puffed.
  6. Finish with pea shoots, black pepper and a drizzle of olive oil. Slice to serve.

This recipe was prepared with

Cuisinart Tri Zone 13.6L Air Fryer & Oven

Cuisinart Tri Zone 13.6L Air Fryer & Oven

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Cuisinart Tri Zone 13.6L Air Fryer & Oven

Cuisinart Tri Zone 13.6L Air Fryer & Oven

£199.99
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