Description
This Vegan Calzone recipe offers a delicious and comforting plant-based twist on the classic Italian calzone. Featuring a soft homemade dough filled with sautéed spinach, mushrooms, onions, vegan cheese, and flavorful seasonings, these calzones are baked to golden perfection, making them an irresistible bite for any meal or snack.
Ingredients
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Dough
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup warm water
Filling
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1/2 cup onion, diced
- 1 cup vegan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the calzones.
- Prepare Dough: In a bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Add olive oil and warm water, then knead the mixture until a smooth dough forms.
- Rest Dough: Allow the dough to rest for 30 minutes to relax the gluten and make it easier to roll out.
- Sauté Vegetables: In a pan, sauté the chopped spinach, sliced mushrooms, and diced onion until they soften and any moisture evaporates.
- Mix Filling: Combine the sautéed vegetables with vegan cheese, Italian seasoning, and nutritional yeast until well mixed.
- Roll Dough: Roll out the rested dough and cut it into circles of desired size for individual calzones.
- Add Filling: Spoon the vegetable and cheese mixture onto one half of each dough circle, spreading evenly.
- Seal Calzones: Fold the dough over the filling and tightly seal the edges by pressing to prevent leaks during baking.
- Bake: Place the prepared calzones on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the exterior turns golden brown and crisp.
Notes
- To ensure the best texture, make sure the filling is not too wet before adding it to the dough.
- Feel free to substitute vegan cheese with your favorite dairy-free alternatives.
- Let the calzones cool slightly before eating to avoid burning your mouth from hot filling.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in an oven or toaster oven for best results.
