Vegan Greek Phyllo Calzone

Phyllo is one of those intimidating ingredients that is really easy to use. Buy a box of phyllo and try this scrumptious Greek-inspired vegan dinner recipe. Once you master using phyllo, it will become a go-to ingredient in your kitchen.
Phyllo is one of those intimidating ingredients that is really easy to use. Buy a box of phyllo and try this scrumptious Greek-inspired vegan dinner recipe. Once you master using phyllo, it will become a go-to ingredient in your kitchen.

Vegan Greek Phyllo Calzone

Serves 2

Ingredients:

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• 1 tablespoon olive oil plus more for brushing

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• 1/2 cup chopped onion

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• 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper

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• 1/4 cup diced button mushrooms

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• 1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes packed in olive oil, drained

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• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

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• 1/2 cup pine nuts

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• 1/2 cup marinara sauce

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• 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley

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• 6 sheets phyllo, thawed, kept under a damp towel until needed

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• 1/2 cup vegan feta cheese

Directions:

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1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. and spray a baking sheet with cooking spray.

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2. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

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3. Add onion, pepper, mushrooms, and tomatoes, and cook, stirring, until softened and lightly browned. Season with salt and pepper.

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4. Stir in pine nuts, marinara, and parsley. Bring to a simmer, stirring well, then turn off the heat.

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5. Spread phyllo in a stack and cut in half.

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6. Use a pastry brush to brush olive oil in between each layer of phyllo.

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7. Spread marinara filling on one half of each stack of phyllo and sprinkle with feta.

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8. Fold the phyllo over the filling and firmly press edges together to form a packet.

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9. Transfer to the baking sheet and brush the tops with olive oil.

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10. Bake for 20 minutes or until phyllo is lightly browned.

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11. Serve hot.

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