Healthy Vegetable Pie

Healthy vegetable pie with colorful vegetables and a golden crust

Healthy Vegetable Pie is a delightful dish perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a nutritious meal packed with flavors. This savory pie is not only easy to make but also bursting with colorful vegetables and rich cheeses, making it an excellent choice for lunch, dinner, or even a potluck. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or just starting, this recipe provides a straightforward approach to create a wholesome, tasty pie that everyone will love.

Ingredients

  • 2 eggs
  • 60 ml oil (1/4 cup)
  • 120 ml milk (1/2 cup)
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 250 g flour (2 cups)
  • 1 red pepper
  • 1 green pepper
  • 1 onion
  • 1 tomato
  • 4 green onions
  • A handful of Parsley
  • 10-15 green olives
  • 1 potato
  • 60 g cheddar cheese
  • 100 g feta cheese
  • 100 g cheddar cheese (for topping)

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the eggs, oil, and milk.
  3. In another bowl, mix the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until well combined.
  4. Chop the vegetables (red pepper, green pepper, onion, tomato, green onions, and potato) and cheeses into small pieces.
  5. Fold the vegetables and cheese into the dough, ensuring even distribution.
  6. Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish.
  7. Sprinkle the topping cheese evenly over the mixture.
  8. Bake for 30-40 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
  9. Let cool slightly before cutting into squares and serving.

Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 30-40 minutes
Total time: 45-55 minutes
Servings: 6-8
Nutrition info (per serving): Approximately 250 calories, 15g fat, 20g carbs, 10g protein.

How to serve

Healthy Vegetable Pie is best served warm, straight out of the oven. You can cut it into generous squares and plate it alongside a light salad or enjoy it on its own. Garnish with fresh parsley for added color and flavor. This dish also makes for great leftovers, perfect for meal prep or lunch the following day. You can reheat it in the oven or microwave, maintaining its delightful taste and texture.

FAQs

Can I use other vegetables in the Healthy Vegetable Pie?
Absolutely! Feel free to experiment with your favorite vegetables or whatever you have on hand, like zucchini, spinach, or mushrooms.

How should I store leftovers?
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat them in the oven or microwave when ready to enjoy.

Can I make this pie ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the pie a day in advance, cover it, and store it in the fridge before baking. Just adjust the baking time if needed.

Healthy Vegetable Pie

A delightful dish packed with colorful vegetables and rich cheeses, perfect for lunch, dinner, or potlucks.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 7 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: International
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients
  • 2 pieces eggs
  • 60 ml oil (1/4 cup)
  • 120 ml milk (1/2 cup)
Dry Ingredients
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 250 g flour (2 cups)
Vegetables and Cheese
  • 1 piece red pepper
  • 1 piece green pepper
  • 1 piece onion
  • 1 piece tomato
  • 4 pieces green onions
  • 1 piece potato
  • A handful Parsley For garnish
  • 10-15 pieces green olives
  • 60 g cheddar cheese
  • 100 g feta cheese
  • 100 g cheddar cheese (for topping)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the eggs, oil, and milk.
  3. In another bowl, mix the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until well combined.
  4. Chop the vegetables (red pepper, green pepper, onion, tomato, green onions, and potato) and cheeses into small pieces.
  5. Fold the vegetables and cheese into the dough, ensuring even distribution.
  6. Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish.
  7. Sprinkle the topping cheese evenly over the mixture.
Baking
  1. Bake for 30-40 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
  2. Let cool slightly before cutting into squares and serving.

Notes

Best served warm. Garnish with fresh parsley for added color and flavor. This pie can be made ahead of time and stores well for leftovers.

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