Mushroom Quinoa Pie

This gluten free vegan mushroom quinoa pie satisfies your hearty comfort food cravings with a creamy herb mushroom filling and a light gluten free pastry.

recipe originally published March 12, 2015

 

 

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1. 1. Why people love this mushroom pie
   2. Tips for the best savory pie
   3. How to: perfect caramelized mushrooms
   4. Variations on this recipe
   5. More mushroom recipes
   6. How long does this pie last?
   7. Reheating savory pie
   8. Jump to recipe: Mushroom Pie

Why you'll love this recipe

This gluten free vegan mushroom pie is the answer when you are looking for crave-able comfort food dinner or a spectacular holiday main dish.

The mushroom filling is serious comfort food, combining crimini and shiitake mushrooms with cashew cream and herbs. You can also use this dairy free Boursin cheese in place of the thick cashew cream for that same level of rich flavor.

Not only is this mushroom pie just straight up comfort food, it is incredibly flavorful. Vermouth adds an incredibly fragrant layer of flavor to this mushroom pie filling, and instantly transports me to the holidays.

 

How to make mushroom pie

This gluten free vegan mushroom pie is a straightforward recipe with several steps. This is an easy method with a delicious result. Here are some tips for the best savory pie:

• If you are using a puff pastry, plan ahead to defrost it properly.
• If you are using a traditional pie crust, par bake the bottom crust before filling, topping with top crust, and baking fully.
• Having cooked quinoa already prepped is a time saver. If you don't have any on hand, cook the quinoa while you prep the rest of the ingredients.

 

 

How to cook perfectly caramelized mushrooms

Years ago, I had a project with The Chew and Mario Batali. One cooking technique I took away from that experience was how Batali sautéed mushrooms so they have perfectly crisp edges from caramelization. Short answer? Don't touch them!

Mushrooms have a high water content, so you want to allow that liquid to completely evaporate while cooking the mushrooms.

• Melt dairy free butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
• Add mushrooms to melted butter. Arrange in an even layer and then don't stir.
• Sauté for 6-8 minutes, until all liquid has evaporated.
• Add more butter during this process if needed; good caramelized mushrooms need fat. Once the mushrooms have a crispy edge, stir to flip over and continue to cook.

Variations on this recipe

For more fiber and nutrients, add more vegetables to this mushroom pie filling. Celery and carrots add great flavor, potatoes add to the comfort food aspect, and spinach or broccoli add color and beneficial greens.

In place of vermouth, add 1-2 tablespoons red wine vinegar to ⅓ cup vegetable broth for a flavorful alternative.

Smoked paprika adds a lovely warm flavor to this pie, and a small amount of chipotle peppers (one or two chipotles chopped, or even a tablespoon or two of the adobo sauce from canned chipotles).

In place of a pie crust, use puff pastry. We love this mushroom pie with a gluten free puff pastry top!

In place of fresh herbs, use these dried amounts instead:

• 1 teaspoon dried chives
• 1 teaspoon dried minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• ½ teaspoon dried onion

 

More mushroom recipes

These mushroom burgers are super flavorful and work with any toppings. Mushroom lasagna is classic comfort food to me, and this mushroom stew has the exact flavors of the traditional stew I grew up with. 

Mushroom quiche is a delicious weekend brunch option, or add it to your meal prep list for breakfasts through the week.

During the holidays, we make this shiitake rosemary gravy on repeat. 

How long does this recipe last?

My rule for maximum flavor and freshness is to enjoy this mushroom pie within three days.

Refrigerate any leftovers. Wait until it is cooled completely, and refrigerate in a glass container with a tightly fitting lid. 

Reheating methods

• Oven: Arrange single pie slices on a parchment lined baking sheet and bake at 375° F until warmed through.
• Air Fryer: Air fry single pie slices at 350 °F and check after 7-8 minutes. Check and continue heating for another couple minutes as needed. 

 

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Yield: 6 servings

Mushroom Quinoa Pie

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This hearty pie satisfies your comfort food cravings with a creamy herb mushroom filling and a light gluten free pastry.

Prep Time 30 minutes

Cook Time 40 minutes

Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons dairy free butter
• 1 yellow onion, peeled and diced
• 2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
• 1 pound crimini mushrooms, quartered
• 1 pound shiitake mushrooms, minced
• ⅓ cup dry vermouth
• ¼ cup thick cashew cream (not thin)
• ¼ cup fresh parsley, stemmed and minced
• 3 tablespoons fresh chives, trimmed and minced
• 1 cup cooked quinoa
• gluten free pie dough (two – crust and top)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375 °F.
2. Roll out pie dough and carefully line pie dish. Par bake at 375 °F for 15 minutes or until the pie crust is just turning golden.
3. Cook quinoa according to instructions. Set aside when finished cooking.
4. While the pie crust bakes and the quinoa cooks, make the mushroom filling:
5. In large straight sided sauté pan over medium heat, sauté onion and garlic in butter until softened.
6. Add mushrooms, continue to sauté without stirring for 4-6 minutes; this allows the mushrooms to caramelize for crisp edges.
7. Allow the liquid from the mushrooms to evaporate completely. As the mushrooms cook, add another tablespoon of butter if needed.
8. Add vermouth, cashew cream, parsley and chives to the cooked mushrooms. Stir to combine.
9. Add cooked quinoa to the mushroom mixture. Stir to combine and remove from heat.
10. Roll second pie dough for top crust.
11. Transfer mushroom filling into pie dish, smoothing into an even layer.
12. Add top dough, pinching edges together to seal with bottom layer dough. Slice vents in top crust, or carefully cut small decorative shapes.
13. Bake at 375 °F for 35 – 40 minutes, until dough is golden and baked through. 

Notes

Tips for the best savory pie

This gluten free vegan mushroom pie is a straightforward recipe with several steps. This is an easy method with a delicious result. Here are some tips for the best savory pie:

• If you are using a puff pastry, plan ahead to defrost it properly.
• If you are using a traditional pie crust, par bake the bottom crust before filling, topping with top crust, and baking fully.
• Having cooked quinoa already prepped is a time saver. If you don't have any on hand, cook the quinoa while you prep the rest of the ingredients.
• Use a thick cashew cream. Spoonable, not pourable.

How to cook perfectly caramelized mushrooms

Mushrooms have a high water content, so you want to allow that liquid to completely evaporate while cooking the mushrooms.

• Melt dairy free butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
• Add mushrooms to melted butter. Arrange in an even layer and then don't stir.
• Sauté for 6-8 minutes, until all liquid has evaporated.
• Add more butter during this process if needed; good caramelized mushrooms need fat. Once the mushrooms have a crispy edge, stir to flip over and continue to cook.

Variations on this recipe

For more fiber and nutrients, add more vegetables to this mushroom pie filling. Celery and carrots add great flavor, potatoes add to the comfort food aspect, and spinach or broccoli add color and beneficial greens.

In place of vermouth, add 1-2 tablespoons red wine vinegar to ⅓ cup vegetable broth for a flavorful alternative.

Smoked paprika adds a lovely warm flavor to this pie, and a small amount of chipotle peppers (one or two chipotles chopped, or even a tablespoon or two of the adobo sauce from canned chipotles).

In place of a pie crust, use puff pastry. We love this mushroom pie with a gluten free puff pastry top!

In place of fresh herbs, use these dried amounts instead:

• 1 teaspoon dried chives
• 1 teaspoon dried minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• ½ teaspoon dried onion

How long does this recipe last?

My rule for maximum flavor and freshness is to enjoy this mushroom pie within three days.

Refrigerate any leftovers. Wait until it is cooled completely, and refrigerate in a glass container with a tightly fitting lid. 

Reheating methods

• Oven: Arrange single pie slices on a parchment lined baking sheet and bake at 375° F until warmed through.
• Air Fryer: Air fry single pie slices at 350 °F and check after 7-8 minutes. Check and continue heating for another couple minutes as needed. 

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Nutrition Information:

Yield:

6

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 310Total Fat: 11gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 193mgCarbohydrates: 27gFiber: 7gSugar: 3gProtein: 6g

nutrition calculations results vary by calculator, are for informational purposes only, and are not intended to replace medical advice or treatment.

 

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