Description
Easy Spanakopita is a delightful Greek pastry that combines crispy phyllo dough with a savory filling of spinach and feta cheese. Each bite offers a perfect blend of flaky texture and rich flavors, making it an ideal appetizer for gatherings or a comforting main dish. With its golden-brown crust and aromatic herbs, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends, transporting you straight to the Mediterranean with every mouthful.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package phyllo dough (16 oz), thawed
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Sauté chopped onions in olive oil until translucent. Add spinach and cook until wilted (3-4 minutes).
- In a bowl, combine cooked spinach, feta, dill, eggs, salt, and pepper.
- Layer phyllo sheets on a clean surface, brushing each layer with olive oil. Stack 4-5 sheets.
- Spread the spinach mixture along one edge of the dough and roll tightly into a log shape.
- Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet, brush the top with olive oil, and sprinkle sesame seeds if desired.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool slightly before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (90g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 80mg