Description
Spanakopita is a classic Greek dish that features a savory filling of spinach, feta cheese, and herbs, all wrapped in layers of crispy phyllo dough. This recipe yields a perfectly golden and flavorful spinach pie that is sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling:
- 1 lb fresh spinach (or 10 oz frozen, thawed and drained)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Assembly:
- 8 sheets phyllo dough (thawed)
- 1/4 cup melted butter or olive oil for brushing
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: If using fresh spinach, sauté until wilted, then chop. Sauté onions and garlic until soft. Combine spinach, onion mixture, herbs, eggs, feta, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble the Spanakopita: Layer phyllo sheets in a greased baking dish, brushing each layer with butter. Spread the filling and cover with remaining phyllo sheets, brushing each layer. Score the top and bake.
- Bake and Serve: Bake until golden and crisp, then let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Spanakopita can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.
- For a quicker option, make individual triangles or muffin-sized portions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course or Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 390 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
