snackvegetariantraditional
Spanakopita (Greek Spinach Pie)
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Crispy phyllo pastry filled with spinach, feta, and herbs.
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Prep Time
30 min
🍳
Cook Time
45 min
👥
Servings
8
📊
Difficulty
medium
🥘 Ingredients
Filling
- 1 lb (450g) spinach, frozen and thawed
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 4 green onions, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
Assembly
- 1 package phyllo dough (thawed)
- 1 cup butter, melted
- Sesame seeds (optional)
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📝 Instructions
- 1
Squeeze all excess moisture from spinach. Place in a large bowl.
- 2
Add feta, ricotta, eggs, green onions, dill, parsley, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- 3
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 4
Brush a 9x13 inch baking dish with melted butter. Layer 5-6 sheets of phyllo, brushing each with butter.
- 5
Spread spinach filling evenly. Top with remaining phyllo sheets, brushing each with butter.
- 6
Score the top into squares. Sprinkle with water or sesame seeds. Bake for 45 minutes until golden.
📊 Nutrition Facts
Calories280
Protein10g
Carbohydrates22g
Fat19g
Fiber2g
Per serving
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