Beyond Pumpkin Wellington

Instructions

A twist on the classic Wellington—layered with pumpkin, Beyond Mince, mushrooms, walnuts, and fresh spinach, all wrapped in golden puff pastry. Click here to learn how to make this delicious, comforting recipe.

Serves 2–4, depending on portion size

1. Prepare the pumpkin:

• Cut the pumpkin into 1–2 cm thick circles.
• Toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
• Roast at 200°C (390°F) for 25 minutes, until soft and caramelized.

2. Cook the filling:

• Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
• Sauté onion until translucent.
• Add garlic and thyme; cook for 1 minute.
• Add Beyond Mince, breaking it up as it cooks.
• Stir in mushrooms and walnuts, cooking until the mixture is browned and fragrant.
• Season with salt and pepper to taste.

3. Assemble the Wellington:

• Roll out puff pastry and cut two large circles (enough for top and bottom).
• On the first circle, layer: spinach → Beyond mixture → pumpkin circle → Beyond mixture → spinach.
• Cover with the second puff pastry circle, sealing the edges gently.

4. Bake:

• Preheat oven to 200°C (390°F).
• Bake the assembled Wellington for 30–35 minutes until golden and crisp.
• Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Tips for extra flair:

• Brush the top of the pastry with a little plant-based milk or aquafaba for a shiny golden finish.
• Add a smear of vegan cream cheese or a layer of caramelized onions under the pumpkin for richness.
• Fresh herbs like sage or rosemary can deepen the flavour.