Vegetarian Beef Empanadas

Transform your snack or dinner table with these mouthwatering Vegetarian Beef Empanadas, a plant-based twist on a classic favorite! Packed with a savory filling made from a vegetarian ground beef alternative, vibrant green bell peppers, plump raisins, and briny green olives, these empanadas deliver a medley of bold, tangy, and sweet flavors with every bite. Seasoned with paprika, cumin, and a touch of chili powder, the filling is encased in golden, flaky empanada dough and baked to perfection. Ready in just over an hour, these handheld delights are perfect for meal prep, parties, or family dinners. Whether you're vegetarian or simply looking to explore meatless options, these empanadas are guaranteed to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 pound Vegetarian ground beef alternative
• 1 medium Green bell pepper, diced
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Raisins
• 0.5 cup Pitted green olives, sliced
• 10 pieces Empanada dough disks
• 1 large Egg, beaten (for sealing)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the vegetarian ground beef alternative and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, for about 5 minutes until browned.

Step 5

Stir in the diced green bell pepper and cook for an additional 3 minutes until softened.

Step 6

Add the tomato paste, ground cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.

Step 7

Mix in the raisins and sliced olives, and cook for another 2 minutes.

Step 8

Remove the filling from heat and allow it to cool slightly.

Step 9

Place an empanada dough disk on a flat working surface. Add about 2 tablespoons of the filling to the center of the disk.

Step 10

Brush the edges of the dough with the beaten egg, fold the dough over the filling to form a semi-circle, and press the edges to seal. You can crimp the edges with a fork for a decorative touch.

Step 11

Repeat with the remaining dough disks and filling.

Step 12

Place the empanadas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 13

Brush the tops of the empanadas with beaten egg for a golden finish.

Step 14

Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the empanadas are golden brown.

Step 15

Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1474.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3178.9

Total Fat 168.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 33.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 185mg	0%
Sodium 8239.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 310.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 37.1g	0%
Total Sugars 53.0g
Protein 125.5g	0%

Vitamin D 40IU	0%
Calcium 547.8mg	0%
Iron 31.4mg	0%
Potassium 2871.8mg	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: 46.6%

Protein: 15.4%

Carbs: 38.0%