Vegan Vegetable  Pie

Vegan Vegetable  Pie

Yield: 1 pie
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour

Ingredients:

For the Pie Crust:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup vegan butter, chilled and cubed
• 1/4 cup ice-cold water
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

For the Filling:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 1 zucchini, diced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup broccoli florets
• 1 cup vegan cheese, shredded (use your favorite vegan cheese)
• Salt and black pepper, to taste

For the Custard:

• 1 1/2 cups unsweetened almond milk or any plant-based milk
• 2 tablespoons chickpea flour
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Pie Crust:
   • In a food processor, combine the flour, chilled vegan butter, and salt. Pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
   • Add ice-cold water gradually while pulsing, just until the dough comes together.
   • Shape the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
2. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
3. Roll Out the Crust:
   • On a floured surface, roll out the pie crust to fit a pie dish. Place the crust in the dish, trimming and crimping the edges as needed.
4. Make the Custard:
   • In a bowl, whisk together almond milk, chickpea flour, nutritional yeast, turmeric powder, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.
5. Prepare the Filling:
   • In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, sauté until softened. Add bell pepper, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and broccoli. Cook until the vegetables are slightly tender. Season with salt and black pepper.
6. Assemble the Pie:
   • Spread the cooked vegetables evenly over the pie crust. Sprinkle vegan cheese on top.
7. Pour the Custard:
   • Pour the prepared custard over the vegetables and cheese.
8. Bake:
   • Bake in the preheated oven for about 40 minutes or until the custard is set and the crust is golden brown.
9. Cool and Serve:
   • Allow the Vegan Vegetable Cheese Pie to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Enjoy your Vegan Vegetable Cheese Pie, a flavorful and plant-based twist on a classic dish!