This avocado tart full of zesty lime flavor, no bake, paleo, grain free and gluten free makes the perfect refreshing summer treat!
Are you a tart person or a pie person?
Thanks to California Avocados for sponsoring this post.
I used to think it was all about the pie (the farm market down the road that makes every fruit pie under the sun aiding my bias a bit) but tarts lend themselves to the whole no-bake thing and let’s be real, that trumps making pie crust any day. So, I became a tart person.
I mean, just look at that adorable mini tart shell crust. I’d say it beats a pie any day.
Much like my opinion about pie shifted, so has my thoughts on avocado in desserts.
I used to think this trend to throw it in smoothies, combine it with chocolate in everything from cookies to muffins to truffles and even make ice cream out of it was completely whack.
It’s an avocado, people! Let’s keep it to tacos, guacamole and salads.
But, not any more.
Case in point, avocado muffins.
And now, this avocado tart!
What better time to get on this avocado dessert trend with this no bake lime avocado tart than in anticipation of California Avocado month in June?
If you like key lime pie, I can guarantee you’ll be into this avocado tart (or this key lime coconut panna cotta – so good!).
It’s tart, creamy and refreshing with a perfectly chewy, sweet crust.
It’s gluten free, grain free and paleo too made with dates, nuts, coconut oil and of course, lots of ripe California avocados and fresh lime juice.
The ingredient list is simple, natural and the tart couldn’t be easier to put together.
It stays wonderfully in the freezer too so you can have always have some on hand to crush a summer dessert craving.
If avocado in a dessert is a little too out there for you, I get it. Try this chocolate strawberry tart for something a little more traditional instead or our unbeatable peach tart with streusel topping when summer peaches are in season.
Love this No Bake Lime Avocado Tart recipe?
Try other avocado recipes: Smoked Salmon BLT with Avocado, Avocado Muffins, and Blueberry Avocado Pancakes. This avocado cheesecake is a great way to feature avocados in dessert too.
No Bake Lime Avocado Tart
Ingredients
For the crust
- 12 pitted medjool dates
- 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup pecans
- 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil
- zest of 1 lime
- pinch sea salt
- 1/2 -1 tablespoon water, if necessary
For the filling
- flesh from 2 California avocados
- 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
- zest of 1 lime
- 1/4 cup agave
Instructions
For the crust
- Combine all the ingredients for the crust, except the water in a food processor and process until they come together. Add water with processor running until mixture holds together when pinched. You may not need the water if your dates are fresh enough. If they’re too dry, the water might be necessary. Add slowly, you won’t need much at all.
- Press mixture into the base and all the way up the sides of 3 mini (4 inch) tart shells.
- Place the crust shells in the freezer to set while you make the filling.
For the filling
- Combine the avocado, lime juice, lime zest and agave in the food processor and process until smooth and creamy, scraping down sides as needed.
- Remove crust shells from the freezer and pour the filling evenly into each shell. Smooth the tops with a spatula, place tarts on a baking sheet and return to freezer for at least 1 hour to set up to overnight. If tarts are difficult to remove from the shell upon serving, place the bottoms in a hot water bath for 10 seconds and they’ll pop right out.
- Store in the freezer in an airtight container or bag to prevent freezer burn.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Gina Matsoukas is an AP syndicated writer. She is the founder, photographer and recipe developer of Running to the Kitchen — a food website focused on providing healthy, wholesome recipes using fresh and seasonal ingredients. Her work has been featured in numerous media outlets both digital and print, including MSN, Huffington post, Buzzfeed, Women’s Health and Food Network.
This tart – the color is stunning. I bet the flavor is too.
Beyond amazing! I can’t wait to tie this a try!
Stunning! Sounds delicious!
This is just awesome…I love the color, the texture, I even love the way you cut it!
btw, the light in your photos is stunning <3
Thank you, Sue! :)
Would love to make this weekend. It’s the best day when a box of CA Avocados arrives at my door step :)
Dear Gina, you are full of surprises! This avocado tart is stunning. I have always wanted to try avocados in a dessert ..pinned this for later. xo, Catherine
Wow!! This tart is STUNNING. :)
This is great. I really want to try making this tart this weekend. I hope I can get some good avocados! Thanks for sharing with us!
Hope you enjoy!
I am more of a tart person because the crust is more appealing to me. And, I love all things lime. Nice use of avocado here. Looks really creamy.
Thanks, Melissa! It’s super creamy from the avocados :) Tarts ftw!
This looks delicious! I honestly can’t decide between tarts and pies, they are both so fun!
Haha, I’d take either in a dessert pinch ;)