Mediterranean Pie (Savory Veg & Cheese Pie)

A golden, flaky pie filled with sautéed Mediterranean vegetables, creamy feta, herbs, and a light egg custard. Cozy, flavorful, and perfect for brunch, lunch, or a light dinner.

⏱ Time

Prep: 20 minutes
Bake: 35–40 minutes
Total: ~1 hour

🍽 Servings

Serves: 6–8
Serving size: 1 slice

🧾 Ingredients

🌿 For the Filling

2 tbsp olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 zucchini, diced
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 cup spinach, fresh or frozen (well drained)
½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
½ cup black olives, sliced
150 g feta cheese, crumbled
½ tsp dried oregano
½ tsp dried thyme
Salt & black pepper, to taste

🥚 For the Egg Mixture

3 large eggs
½ cup milk (or cream for richer taste)
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

🥐 For the Base

1 sheet puff pastry
or
6–8 sheets phyllo dough
2 tbsp melted butter or olive oil (for brushing phyllo)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Filling

Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
Sauté onion 2–3 minutes until soft.
Add garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add zucchini and bell pepper; cook 4–5 minutes until tender.
Stir in spinach, cherry tomatoes, olives, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
Cook 2 minutes, then remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Fold in crumbled feta.

2️⃣ Prepare the Egg Mixture

In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk (or cream), and Parmesan.
Season lightly with salt and pepper.

3️⃣ Assemble the Pie

Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
Grease a pie dish or baking pan.

Using Puff Pastry:

Line dish with pastry, trimming excess.

Using Phyllo:

Layer sheets, brushing each with butter or olive oil.
Spread vegetable filling evenly.
Pour egg mixture over the filling.

4️⃣ Bake

Bake 35–40 minutes, until golden and center is set.
Let rest 10 minutes before slicing.

🍽 Serving Suggestions

Serve warm or at room temperature
Pair with a cucumber-tomato salad
Great with olive oil & lemon drizzle on top

🌟 Tips & Variations

Add sun-dried tomatoes for deeper flavor
Swap feta with ricotta or goat cheese
Add chili flakes for heat 🌶️
Make it protein-rich with chickpeas or lentils

🧠 Nutrition Information (Approx. per Slice)

Calories: ~280–320 kcal
Protein: 11–13 g
Fat: 20 g
Carbohydrates: 18–22 g
Calcium: ~20% DV

✔️ Vegetarian
✔️ Mediterranean-style
✔️ Meal-prep friendly

🌰 Nut Information

Naturally nut-free
Check store-bought pastry labels for possible nut traces
Safe to serve without added nuts

Q & A

Q: Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes! Assemble and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking.

Q: Can I freeze it?
Yes. Freeze baked pie for up to 2 months. Thaw and reheat in oven.

Q: Can I make it crustless?
Absolutely—bake filling and egg mixture in a greased dish.

Q: Can I make it dairy-free?
Use dairy-free cheese and plant-based milk.

Q: Is this good cold?
Yes! It tastes great at room temperature or chilled.

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Sara Mitchell is an expert restaurant content creator who writes easy-to-read guides about CAVA and other Mediterranean fast-casual chains in the United States. She covers locations, menus, prices, and hours, making it simple for visitors to find nearby restaurants and what to order quickly.

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