Vegan Tiropita

Vegan Tiropita is a deliciously flaky Greek pastry filled with a creamy blend of dairy-free cheeses and herbs, perfect for a light meal or appetizer. This dish brings a taste of the Mediterranean to your table while keeping it entirely plant-based.

Ingredients

• Phyllo dough - 6 sheets
• Firm tofu - 150 grams
• Nutritional yeast - 3 tablespoons
• Vegan cream cheese - 50 grams
• Fresh dill - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a mixing bowl, crumble the firm tofu and add nutritional yeast, vegan cream cheese, chopped dill, chopped parsley, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until a creamy filling forms.
3. Lay one sheet of phyllo dough on a clean surface and brush lightly with olive oil. Place another sheet on top and brush again with oil. Repeat this process for a total of 3 sheets.
4. Spoon half of the tofu mixture along one edge of the phyllo dough, forming a log shape. Fold the sides over the filling, then roll the phyllo tightly to encase the filling. Place the rolled tiropita on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
5. Repeat the process with the remaining phyllo sheets and filling to create a second tiropita.
6. Brush the tops of the tiropitas with remaining olive oil.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the pastry is golden and crispy.
8. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from tofu, promoting muscle health.
• Contains fresh herbs which are high in antioxidants and support digestion.

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