Crispy Layered Cabbage, Carrot and Cheese Phyllo Bake

🥬 Crispy Layered Cabbage, Carrot & Cheese Phyllo Bake

Description

A deliciously crisp and comforting savory bake made with tender cabbage, sweet carrots, melty cheese, and delicate layers of buttery phyllo pastry. It’s golden and crunchy on top while staying flavorful and soft inside—perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner.

Ingredients

For the filling:

• 5 cups finely shredded cabbage
• 2 medium carrots, grated
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp paprika
• ½ tsp dried thyme
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar
• ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
• 2 eggs

For the phyllo layers:

• 8–10 sheets phyllo pastry
• ½ cup melted butter or olive oil
• 2 tbsp sesame seeds, optional

Method

1. Prepare the vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Sauté the onion for 2–3 minutes, then add garlic, cabbage, and carrots.
2. Cook for about 7–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften and most of the moisture evaporates.
3. Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme. Let the mixture cool slightly.
4. Stir in the mozzarella, feta, and eggs until well combined.
5. Assemble: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish.
6. Place a sheet of phyllo in the dish and brush lightly with melted butter or oil. Repeat with 3–4 sheets, letting the edges hang slightly over the sides.
7. Spread the cabbage-carrot-cheese filling evenly over the pastry.
8. Fold the overhanging phyllo over the filling, then layer the remaining phyllo sheets on top, brushing each lightly with butter or oil.
9. Sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired. Score the top gently into portions.
10. Bake for 35–45 minutes, until deeply golden and crispy.
11. Rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Recipe Q&A

Can I use different cheese?
Yes. Cheddar, mozzarella, feta, or a combination work well.

Can I prepare it ahead of time?
Yes. Assemble it several hours ahead and refrigerate until ready to bake.

How do I keep the phyllo crispy?
Make sure the vegetable filling isn’t watery and brush the pastry lightly rather than soaking it with butter or oil.

Can I add other vegetables?
Absolutely. Bell peppers, spinach, or mushrooms can be added as long as excess moisture is cooked off.

Conclusion

This crispy layered phyllo bake is an easy way to turn simple cabbage and carrots into a satisfying, cheesy comfort food with a wonderfully crunchy pastry crust.

Nutrition Information

Approx. per serving (1 of 8): 310 calories | Protein 10g | Carbohydrates 25g | Fat 19g | Fiber 3g | Sugar 5g | Sodium 520mg