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Chick-Less Thanksgiving Pie


  • Author: Crystal
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

A hearty and comforting plant-based pie packed with vegetables, lentils, and savory flavors—perfect for a Thanksgiving centerpiece without the chicken.


Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 1 cup mushrooms, chopped
  • 1 cup cooked green lentils
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried sage
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 sheet vegan puff pastry
  • 1 tablespoon plant-based milk (for brushing)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Sauté onion, garlic, carrots, celery, and mushrooms until softened.
  4. Stir in lentils and peas.
  5. Sprinkle flour over the mixture and stir well.
  6. Gradually pour in vegetable broth, stirring until thickened.
  7. Add soy sauce, thyme, sage, salt, and pepper. Simmer 5 minutes.
  8. Transfer mixture into a pie dish.
  9. Roll out puff pastry and cover the filling. Trim edges and press down to seal.
  10. Brush top with plant-based milk.
  11. Bake 25–30 minutes, or until pastry is golden brown.
  12. Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

You can prepare the filling ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to bake. Perfect for making your Thanksgiving stress-free.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 580mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 11g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: vegan thanksgiving pie, plant-based pie, lentil pie, holiday main dish