Vegan Cheese and Spinach Bourekas

Crisp, golden, and irresistibly flaky, these Vegan Cheese and Spinach Bourekas are the perfect plant-based take on a beloved Mediterranean pastry. Featuring a rich filling of sautéed fresh spinach, creamy vegan feta, and hints of garlic, all wrapped in buttery vegan puff pastry, this recipe is a flavor-packed delight. Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy depth, while a sprinkle of sesame seeds enhances the crunch and visual appeal. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or meal prepping for the week, these bourekas are simple to make—ready in just 45 minutes—and can be served warm or at room temperature. Perfect as an appetizer, snack, or side dish, this recipe is a must-try for lovers of dairy-free comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 500 g Frozen puff pastry sheets (vegan)
• 200 g Fresh spinach
• 150 g Vegan feta cheese
• 100 g Vegan cream cheese
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp Nutritional yeast
• 2 tbsp Sesame seeds
• 2 tbsp Unsweetened almond milk

Directions

Step 1

Thaw the puff pastry sheets according to the package instructions.

Step 2

Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 3

Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic.

Step 4

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Add the fresh spinach to the skillet, cooking until wilted. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked spinach mixture with vegan feta cheese, vegan cream cheese, salt, black pepper, and nutritional yeast. Stir until well mixed.

Step 7

Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and cut each sheet into 10 cm (4 inch) squares.

Step 8

Place a heaping tablespoon of the spinach-cheese mixture in the center of each square.

Step 9

Fold the square diagonally to form a triangle, pressing the edges to seal. Use a fork to crimp the edges for extra security.

Step 10

Brush the tops of the bourekas with almond milk and sprinkle them with sesame seeds.

Step 11

Place the bourekas on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and puffed.

Step 12

Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your vegan cheese and spinach bourekas warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1194.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3198.1

Total Fat 224.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 107.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5017.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 242.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.1g	0%
Total Sugars 17.2g
Protein 59.6g	0%

Vitamin D 11.0IU	0%
Calcium 490.2mg	0%
Iron 18.4mg	0%
Potassium 872.7mg	0%

*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: 62.5%

Protein: 7.4%

Carbs: 30.1%