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Festive Vegetable Wellington

A hearty vegetarian dish featuring roasted root vegetables and savory mushroom duxelles wrapped in flaky puff pastry. The dish has a golden, crisp exterior with tender, caramelized vegetables inside, creating a cozy and impressive holiday centerpiece. Easy to customize with seasonal vegetables for a festive touch.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Festive
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • Butternut squash or sweet potatoes 3 cups, peeled and cubed: Provide a hearty, naturally sweet base
  • Brussels sprouts or green beans 2 cups, trimmed: Add fresh vegetable contrast and texture
  • Mushrooms 2 cups, sliced: Bring depth and rich umami flavor
  • Chickpeas or lentils 1 can or 1 ½ cups cooked: Add satisfying plant-based protein
  • Potatoes 2–3 medium, mashed or roasted: Serve as a comforting, hearty side
  • Olive oil 3–5 tablespoons total: Used for roasting and sautéing multiple components
  • Butter or plant-based butter 2 tablespoons: Adds richness where needed
  • Garlic 3 cloves, minced: Forms the savory backbone of the dish
  • Fresh herbs 1–2 teaspoons chopped rosemary, thyme, or sage: Add aromatic, earthy flavor
  • Vegetable broth 1 cup: Enhances sauces with savory depth
  • Salt to taste: Essential for bringing all flavors together
  • Black pepper ½ teaspoon, or to taste: Adds gentle warmth

Equipment

  • Sheet pans: For roasting vegetables
  • Large skillet or pot: For mains or sauces
  • Baking dish: For casseroles or bakes
  • Cutting board: Prep work
  • Sharp knife: Makes prep easier

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven: Set to 425°F (220°C)
  2. Prepare vegetables: Peel, trim, and cut evenly
  3. Roast hearty vegetables: Toss squash and potatoes with oil and salt, roast at 425°F (220°C) for 25–35 minutes, stirring halfway, until tender and caramelized
  4. Roast green vegetables: Roast Brussels sprouts for 18–25 minutes or green beans for 12–18 minutes, until tender and lightly browned
  5. Cook protein: Simmer lentils for 20–30 minutes until tender, or roast chickpeas at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes until slightly crisp
  6. Sauté mushrooms: Cook over medium-high heat for 8–10 minutes until moisture evaporates and mushrooms brown deeply
  7. Combine elements: Assemble plates or serve family-style
  8. Finish: Adjust seasoning and add fresh herbs