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Greek Spanakopita

Irresistible Greek Spanakopita: Flaky Goodness You’ll Love

Discover Greek Spanakopita, a flaky and delicious vegetarian dish filled with spinach and feta, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 pieces
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 310

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 2 pounds Fresh spinach Use frozen spinach if fresh is unavailable.
  • 1 Medium onion Finely chopped.
  • 4 Green onions Sliced thin.
  • 3 tablespoons Olive oil For sautéing vegetables.
  • 3 Garlic cloves Minced.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh parsley Finely chopped.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh dill Finely chopped.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh mint Optional; omit if unavailable.
  • 8 ounces Feta cheese Crumble; substitute with ricotta or dairy-free alternative.
  • 2 Large eggs Beaten.
  • Salt and pepper To taste.
Pastry
  • 1 package Phyllo dough 16 ounces, thawed.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter Melted.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • baking dish
  • Baking Sheet
  • brush

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Sauté chopped medium onion and green onions until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  2. Stir in 2 pounds of fresh spinach, cooking until wilted and excess moisture evaporates. Remove from heat and let cool.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooled spinach mixture, parsley, dill, and mint. Add crumbled feta cheese and beaten eggs. Season with salt and pepper. Mix thoroughly.
  4. Unroll thawed phyllo dough, keeping covered with a damp towel. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cooking Options
  1. For casserole style: Brush a baking dish with melted butter. Layer 8-10 sheets of phyllo, brushing each with butter. Spread spinach filling evenly, top with more phyllo sheets brushed with butter. Seal edges, score top, and bake for 40-50 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  2. For rolls: Take 2 sheets of phyllo, brush top with butter, place filling at one end, and roll tightly. Brush outside with butter, place on a lined baking sheet, and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden.
  3. For bites: Cut phyllo into strips, place a small amount of filling, fold over, and brush with butter. Arrange on a lined baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until crisp.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 310kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 3700IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, choose fresh ingredients, handle phyllo dough with care, and do not skimp on melted butter.

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