Vegan Phyllo Dough Vegetable Pot Pie
There’s something magical about comfort food that’s both indulgent and nourishing. This phyllo dough vegetable pot pie is the perfect harmony of creamy, savory filling and crispy, flaky topping — and it just so happens to be 100% vegan. No complicated steps. No processed shortcuts. Just simple ingredients turned into a showstopping dish.Perfect for cozy dinners, meal prep, or impressing your guests, this pot pie brings together wholesome vegetables, earthy mushrooms, and a luscious cashew cream sauce — all tucked under a golden crown of olive oil-brushed phyllo dough.
Ingredients
- 6 –8 sheets phyllo dough thawed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil plus more for brushing
- 2 cups mushrooms sliced
- 1 medium onion diced
- 2 cups leftover potatoes e.g., potato salad or roasted potatoes
- 1½ cups cooked chickpeas or leftover chickpea stew
- 2 cups fresh spinach loosely packed
- ¾ cup raw cashews soaked for 15–30 minutes
- ½ to ¾ cup unsweetened plant milk oat, almond, or soy
- ½ cup vegan cheese shredded (optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder or 2 fresh cloves optional
- 1 teaspoon dried herbs thyme, sage, or Italian seasoning – optional
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice or apple cider vinegar optional, for brightness
Instructions
Step 1: Sauté the Mushrooms (No Oil)
- Add mushrooms to a dry skillet and sauté until they release moisture and start to brown.
Step 2: Add Olive Oil + Fresh Veggies + Leftovers
- Drizzle in olive oil, then toss in onions, spinach, and your leftover potatoes and chickpeas. Stir everything together and warm through. The flavors from your pre-cooked leftovers will infuse the whole dish.
Step 3: Make the Cashew Cream
- Blend soaked cashews with plant milk, a pinch of salt, pepper, and optional garlic or herbs. The result? A silky sauce that ties everything together.
Step 4: Combine and Assemble
- Pour the cashew cream into the skillet and mix thoroughly. Stir in some vegan cheese if you like, then transfer the creamy filling to a baking dish.
Step 5: Phyllo & Bake
- Top with olive oil–brushed phyllo dough, crumple the final layer for texture, and bake until crisp and golden.