Description
Savory Spanakopita, a traditional Greek spinach pie, features flaky phyllo dough enveloping a delicious filling of fresh spinach and tangy feta cheese. Each golden slice offers a delightful crunch followed by a warm, flavorful center that transports you to the sun-drenched Mediterranean. Perfect for appetizers or main courses, this dish is sure to impress at any gathering. With its combination of textures and flavors, Savory Spanakopita is not only a treat for the palate but also an experience to savor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (16 oz) phyllo dough
- 1 lb fresh spinach, washed and chopped
- 8 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 4 tbsp olive oil or melted butter (for brushing)
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2. In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the chopped onion in olive oil until translucent. Add spinach and cook until wilted; remove from heat and cool.
- 3. In a bowl, combine cooled spinach mixture with feta cheese, beaten eggs, and dill. Mix well.
- 4. On a clean surface, layer six sheets of phyllo dough, brushing each with olive oil or melted butter.
- 5. Spoon the filling along one edge of the layered phyllo. Fold the sides and roll tightly into a log shape. Place seam-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 6. Brush the top with olive oil or melted butter and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 55mg