
Bright, tangy, and just sweet enough, this lemon tart is the kind of dessert that looks like it came from a bakery but comes together entirely in your own kitchen. The crust is built from almond flour, coconut oil, honey, and a pinch of sea salt — pressed into the pan and baked until the edges turn a gorgeous golden brown. That nutty, slightly crisp base is the perfect contrast to the silky lemon curd layered on top. The filling is made by slowly whisking eggs, fresh lemon juice, zest, and honey over gentle heat until it thickens into a glossy, velvety curd, then finished with coconut oil for richness. Straining the curd before it goes into the shell gives you that impossibly smooth texture that makes every slice feel refined. Since the whole recipe leans on eggs, citrus, and wholesome pantry staples — no grains, no refined sugar, no dairy — it fits naturally into a pescatarian and paleo lifestyle without any awkward substitutions. Chill it until fully set, slice it clean, and watch it disappear fast.
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch tart pan with a removable bottom with a small amount of coconut oil.
In a medium bowl, stir together the almond flour, melted coconut oil, honey, and salt until the mixture resembles damp, clumping sand. Press it evenly across the bottom and up the sides of the prepared tart pan, using the flat bottom of a measuring cup to compact it into an even layer about 1/4 inch thick.
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