Lenten mushroom pie

Vegan Mushroom Tart

Preparation time: 30 minutes
Baking time: 30 minutes
Total: 1 hour
Servings: 6

Looking for a dessert or a savory snack to impress friends and family? The vegan mushroom tart is the perfect choice! This recipe is simple, quick, and full of delicious flavors. Using an egg-free tart dough, this recipe is ideal for those following a vegan or fasting diet.

Ingredients for the dough:
- 1 cup of water
- 150 g margarine (make sure it's free of animal fats to comply with the fasting diet)
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1 tablespoon of garlic powder
- 250 g flour (you can also use whole wheat flour for a healthier option)

Ingredients for the filling:
- 400 g fresh mushrooms (champignon, porcini, or any type you prefer)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2-3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for decoration

Preparing the dough:
1. In a saucepan, melt the margarine over low heat. Add water, salt, and garlic powder. Mix well until the mixture becomes homogeneous.
2. Once the mixture is homogeneous and slightly warm, gradually add the flour, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
3. When the dough becomes homogeneous, let it cool slightly, then knead it gently into a ball. Cover it with plastic wrap and let it rest for 10-15 minutes.

Preparing the filling:
1. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
2. Add the cleaned and sliced mushrooms. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until they become slightly browned and release their juices. Season with salt, pepper, and thyme.
3. Let the filling cool slightly before adding it to the dough.

Assembling the tart:
1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (355°F).
2. Roll out the dough on a floured surface until you get a sheet about 0.5 cm thick.
3. Place the dough sheet in a greased tart pan, trimming the excess dough from the edges.
4. Pour the mushroom filling over the dough, spreading it evenly.

Baking:
1. Bake the tart in the preheated oven for 30 minutes or until the dough turns golden and crispy.
2. Once baked, let the tart cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a platter.

Serving:
The vegan mushroom tart is delicious both warm and cold. You can serve it alongside a fresh salad or as an appetizer at a festive meal. You can also add some avocado slices or a vegan yogurt sauce for extra flavor.

Variations:
If you want to experiment, you can add other vegetables to the filling, such as spinach, zucchini, or bell peppers. You can also replace thyme with oregano or basil for a different flavor.

This vegan mushroom tart is not only a simple recipe but also a healthy choice, full of nutrients. Try it and let yourself be carried away by its unmistakable flavors!

 Ingredients: Dough: 1 cup of water, 150 g of margarine, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 tablespoon of garlic powder, 1 packet of baking powder, whole wheat flour as needed. Filling: 500 g of mushrooms, 4 small onions, 3-4 crushed garlic cloves, flour, 1/2 cup of water, salt, pepper, 2 tablespoons of wheat germ.