Spanakopita

Name: Spanakopita
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 70 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: greek
Ingredients: 500 g Spinach (for the filling); 100 g Onions (for the filling); 200 g Feta (for the filling); 2 Eggs (for the filling); 1 clove Garlic (for the filling); 1 sprig Parsley (for the filling); q.s. Extravirgin olive oil (for the filling); 3 g Salt (for the filling); 100 g Phyllo dough (for the crust); 40 g Extravirgin olive oil (for the crust)

Single dish Vegetables

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It is a crispy and flavorful Greek savory pie, filled with spinach, feta, and Mediterranean herbs. Wrapped in thin layers of golden phyllo dough, it is perfect as an appetizer or a main dish. Its balance between the creaminess of the filling and the crunchiness of the crust makes it irresistible

Yield: 6 servings

Total time: 1 h 10 min

Preparation time: 20 min

Cooking time: 50 min

Difficulty:

Cost:

Tools: Bowl, Oven, Baking tray

Weight per serving: 180 g

Energy: 275 Kcal

Carbohydrates: 9 g

Fats: 21 g

Proteins: 11 g

Basketball: 40 min

Allergens: Milk, Eggs, Gluten

Diet: Vegetarian, Ketogenic, Low-calorie

Pairing: Merlot

Occasion: Lunch fast

Ingredients

Portions for 6 servings

For the filling

Spinach

500 g

Onions

100 g

Feta

200 g

Eggs

Garlic

1 clove

Parsley

1 sprig

Extravirgin olive oil

q.s.

Salt

3 g

For the crust

Phyllo dough

100 g

Extravirgin olive oil

40 g

Directions

It takes 8 steps in 1 h 10 min

Place a large pot with plenty of water on the stove, and once it reaches a boil, cook the spinach for a few minutes

Once cooked, immerse them in a bowl full of cold water, then squeeze them to remove all excess water and chop them with a knife

Peel and finely slice the onion and garlic, then sauté them in a pan with a drizzle of olive oil over low heat

Place the spinach, eggs, crumbled feta, chopped parsley, and salt in a bowl and mix until everything is perfectly combined

Grease a not-too-large rectangular baking dish, and place 5 sheets of phyllo dough on the bottom, brushing each sheet with oil after placing it in the dish

Add the filling, leveling it as much as possible with the help of a spoon

Cover the dish with another 5 sheets of phyllo dough, cut to size, brushing the surface of each sheet after placing it

Tip: Prick the surface with a sharp knife to prevent it from puffing up during baking

Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 40–45 minutes in a static oven or until the surface of the spanakopita is perfectly golden

Cost

Spanakopita is an affordable recipe because all the ingredients are accessible and inexpensive. It can be even more budget-friendly by using frozen spinach and locally produced feta. Ideal for preparing a delicious meal without spending too much

Health

Thanks to the spinach, it is rich in fiber, vitamins, and iron, while the feta provides protein and calcium. Phyllo dough is lighter than puff pastry, making it a lower-calorie choice. Perfect for a balanced diet without sacrificing taste

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