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Spanakopita (Greek Spinach Pie)

Spanakopita (Greek Spinach Pie)


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  • Author: Mary
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 8

Description

Spanakopita, a delightful Greek spinach pie, brings the vibrant flavors of Greece directly to your table. This savory dish is composed of crispy, flaky layers of phyllo dough enveloping a scrumptious filling made from fresh spinach, herbs, and feta cheese. Not only is Spanakopita a feast for the eyes with its golden-brown crust, but it’s also incredibly versatile: serve it as an appetizer at gatherings, a light lunch, or alongside your dinner as a side dish. Each bite offers a satisfying crunch paired with a creamy filling that’s both nutritious and delicious.


Ingredients

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  • 11 ounces phyllo dough
  • 2 pounds fresh spinach (or frozen)
  • 3 green onions
  • 1 leek
  • ½ cup fresh parsley
  • ¼ cup fresh dill
  • ¼ cup fresh mint
  • 1 pound feta cheese
  • 2 large eggs
  • Olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper


Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 340°F (170°C).
  2. In a large skillet, sauté chopped leek and green onions in olive oil over medium heat for about 5 minutes. Add spinach and season with salt and pepper; cook until most water evaporates.
  3. Transfer greens to a mixing bowl, cool slightly, then mix with crumbled feta, beaten eggs, parsley, dill, and mint.
  4. Grease baking pan and layer 8 sheets of phyllo dough, brushing olive oil between each layer. Spread filling evenly over layers.
  5. Cover with another set of phyllo sheets, brushing oil between them and tucking edges into the pan. Brush top with olive oil and cut shallow squares on top.
  6. Bake for about 1 hour until golden brown. Allow to cool for 10 minutes before serving.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Greek

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 265
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg