Name: Vegan Wellington
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 65 min
Ingredients: 1 sheet frozen puff pastry (vegan); 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 medium yellow onion, diced small; 12 ounce package vegan beef (I used Impossible); 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 teaspoon dried sage; 1 teaspoon paprika; few shakes black pepper; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon vegan Worcestershire sauce; 1/2 cup quick cooking oats; 2 tablespoons ground flaxseeds; 5 tablespoons water; 15-ounce can lentils, drained and rinsed; 1 tablespoon vegan butter, melted; fresh parsley, for serving

This show-stopping Vegan Wellington is beefy, hearty, and flavorful! Filled with lentils and vegan beef, this pastry-wrapped main is incredibly delicious and perfect for the holidays.

a sliced vegan beef wellington on a wood board surrounded by a knife, green herbs, and orange slices.

Trust me when I say that no one will be missing the meat at your vegan holiday celebration when you serve a Vegan Wellington! This impressive main dish is made with a savory vegan beef and lentil filling before being wrapped in puff pastry and baked. So delicious and savory, every bite will wow your guests!

Making a vegan wellington is surprisingly easy. The ingredients are simple, plus with all of the vegan ground beef options available nowadays, this vegetarian dupe ends up tasting somewhat similar to a real beef wellington.

Slice it up and serve this golden brown, buttery wellington with a side of mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, and sweet potato casserole. A big ‘ol drizzle of gravy completes the meal!

close up on a slice of vegan wellington on a wood board.

What is a vegan beef wellington?

This recipe takes after the traditional wellington recipe, which is made by wrapping beef tenderloin in puff pastry, then baking it until the meat is cooked through and the pastry is golden brown. Instead of beef, a vegan beef wellington uses vegan ground beef, mushrooms, and lentils in the filling. It bakes easily in the oven and turns out super savory and delicious!

Ingredients needed (with substitutions)

Puff pastry – You can find vegan puff pastry in the frozen aisle of most grocery stores. You can try gluten free puff pastry (I haven’t tested this) or use gluten free pie crust instead.
Onion and garlic – Yellow or white onions are best.
Vegan beef crumbles – Impossible or Beyond Beef are super meaty and delicious. You could also use rehydrated TVP or your favorite frozen beef type crumbles. Or use a mix of chopped mushrooms and walnuts!
Herbs and spices – Like dried thyme, sage, paprika, fresh parsley, and black pepper.
Soy sauce – Or gluten free tamari.
Vegan Worcestershire sauce – You can substitute this for more soy sauce.
Quick oats – Or use certified gluten free oats.
Ground flaxseed and water – Flax eggs help bind the filling and prevent it from crumbling.
Lentils – Canned green or brown lentils, black beans, or chickpeas.
Vegan butter
Olive oil

How to make a vegan wellington

The puff pastry can take some time to thaw, so make sure to transfer it to your refrigerator the night before making the wellington or keep it on the kitchen counter for 30 minutes while you prepare the filling:

Saute the onions, vegan “beef”, and garlic together in a skillet. Mash the lentils in a separate bowl. Add the beef mixture and flax eggs to the lentils and stir to combine.
Roll out your puff pastry and pour the meaty mixture into the middle. Pack it tightly together into a loaf shape.
Fold the sides of the pastry over the top of the loaf.
Pinch and seal the edges. Use a little water to help it seal.

4 images showing the process of cooking a vegan beef filling and wrapping the filling in puff pastry.

Place the assembled wellington on your pan seam side down. Brush the tops and sides with melted vegan butter and score the dough with a knife into a criss-cross pattern.

Bake the vegan beef wellington until the pastry is golden brown. Let it cool for 5 minutes, then slice and serve!

an uncooked puff pastry-wrapped loaf on a metal baking sheet.

How to score puff pastry

Scoring (or slicing) puff pastry helps the steam escape from the filling and makes for a beautiful presentation. It’s easy! Just drag a sharp knife diagonally through the top of the wellington about 3 or 4 times and continue the other direction so you end up with a criss-cross pattern. Each slice should be 1-inch apart.

a baked vegan wellington on a wood board, surrounded by green herbs and orange slices.

Frequently asked questions

Is puff pastry vegan? Most storebought frozen puff pastry is surprisingly vegan-friendly! Pepperidge Farm makes an accidentally vegan puff pastry that’s delicious and really easy to work with. You should be able to find it or similar brands in the frozen section at most major grocery stores
Can a vegan wellington be made ahead of time? Absolutely! To make your vegetarian wellington ahead of time, make the filling and assemble it in the pastry. Wrap the unbaked wellington in plastic and keep it in the fridge 1 day ahead of serving.
How do you store the leftovers? Wrap up the individual slices or the leftover wellington in plastic or keep them in an airtight container. The leftovers store well in the fridge for two to three days and can be reheated in a 350ºF oven.

a baked vegan beef wellington cut in half on a wood board.

a fork scooping the meat filling out of a slice of vegan beef wellington.

Want more impressive vegan holiday mains?

The holidays are a time for lots of delicious food, so be sure to check out my other vegan Thanksgiving and Christmas recipes!

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