Open Roast Pumpkin Feta Pies

Delightfully simple yet bursting with flavor, these Open Roast Pumpkin Feta Pies are the perfect recipe for a quick savory treat or an impressive appetizer. Featuring tender cubes of caramelized butternut pumpkin, lightly seasoned with cumin, and nestled atop crisp and buttery puff pastry, these pies are a harmony of earthy and indulgent flavors. Crumbled feta cheese adds a tangy creaminess, while fresh thyme lends a subtle herbaceous note, making each bite irresistibly delicious. Ready in under an hour, this recipe is ideal for entertaining or enjoying as a light meal, and it can be served warm or at room temperature. With its golden puff pastry and vibrant pumpkin topping, these pies are as visually stunning as they are satisfying. Perfect for fall gatherings or any occasion when comfort food is the order of the day!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams Butternut pumpkin (cubed, peeled)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 2 sheets Puff pastry sheets (defrosted)
• 100 grams Feta cheese (crumbled)
• 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme leaves
• 1 unit Egg (lightly beaten)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (392°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, toss the cubed pumpkin with olive oil, salt, pepper, and ground cumin until well coated.

Step 3

Spread the seasoned pumpkin cubes evenly on the prepared baking tray and roast in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until tender and lightly caramelized. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.

Step 4

Increase the oven temperature to 220°C (428°F).

Step 5

Roll out the puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface and cut each sheet into four equal squares, for a total of eight pastry squares.

Step 6

On each pastry square, gently score a 1 cm border around the edges without cutting all the way through. This will help the edges puff up in the oven.

Step 7

Evenly distribute the roasted pumpkin cubes over the center of the pastry squares, staying within the scored border.

Step 8

Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese and fresh thyme leaves over the pumpkin topping.

Step 9

Brush the edges of the pastry squares with the beaten egg to enhance the golden color during baking.

Step 10

Bake the pies on a parchment-lined baking tray in the preheated oven for 15–18 minutes, or until the edges are puffed up and golden brown.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let cool for a couple of minutes before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature for the best flavor!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1084.2 grams (1084.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3550

Total Fat 242.90g	311%
Saturated Fat 67.40g	337%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 274mg	91%
Sodium 4603mg	200%
Total Carbohydrate 282.00g	103%
Dietary Fiber 14.40g	51%
Total Sugars 16.30g
Protein 59.80g	120%

Vitamin D 40IU	200%
Calcium 787mg	61%
Iron 18mg	101%
Potassium 1973mg	42%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.5%

Protein: 6.7%

Carbs: 31.7%