Spicy Harvest Pie
Spicy Harvest Pie combines sweet apples, zucchini, and carrots with warm spices, walnuts, and a rich filling, perfect for autumn gatherings and fruit lovers seeking a flavorful dessert.
Ingredients
- 2 unbaked pie shells ⓘ
- 2 cups shredded unpeeled apples ⓘ
- 1 cup shredded unpeeled yellow squash or zucchini ⓘ
- 1 cup shredded carrots ⓘ
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts ⓘ
- 3 tablespoons flour ⓘ
- 1 1/2 cups firmly packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup margarine, melted ⓘ
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon ⓘ
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg ⓘ
- 1/4 teaspoon salt ⓘ
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice ⓘ
- 1 teaspoon vanilla ⓘ
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- In a large bowl, combine shredded apples, zucchini, carrots, chopped walnuts, and flour. Toss to coat evenly.
- In a medium bowl, beat margarine and brown sugar until well blended.
- Add cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, lemon juice, vanilla, and eggs; blend well.
- Combine the contents of both bowls and mix thoroughly.
- Spoon the filling into the unbaked pie shells.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes or until the filling is set and golden.
Tips & Substitutions
To enhance the flavor of your Spicy Harvest Pie, consider adding a pinch of cayenne pepper for an extra kick. If you don't have walnuts, pecans or almonds can be great substitutes. For a lighter version, you can use coconut oil instead of margarine. Make sure to shred the vegetables finely for even cooking and a better texture.
Serving Suggestions
Serve your Spicy Harvest Pie warm, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream on top. This pie pairs beautifully with a side of mixed greens drizzled with a light vinaigrette for a refreshing contrast. For a festive touch, consider serving it alongside Easter Coffee Cake for dessert.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, place the pie in a preheated oven at 350°F for about 15-20 minutes, or until warmed through. This will help retain the pie's crispness rather than using a microwave, which may make the crust soggy.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Spicy Harvest Pie contains roughly 488 calories, with 4g protein, 69g carbohydrates, and 17g fat. It is an excellent source of dietary fiber (24% of the Daily Value), and a good source of iron and calcium. It also contributes 7g of dietary fiber toward your daily target.
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I make the pie less sweet?
To reduce sweetness, cut back on the brown sugar by 1/4 to 1/2 cup depending on your preference. You can also increase the amount of shredded vegetables, which will add bulk and balance the sweetness without compromising flavor.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).