Description
Spanakopita, or Greek Spinach Pie, is a delightful culinary gem that showcases the vibrant flavors of Greece. This savory pie features layers of flaky phyllo dough enveloping a rich filling of fresh spinach, aromatic herbs, and creamy feta cheese. Perfect for any occasion—be it a family dinner, potluck, or simple weeknight meal—this dish not only pleases the palate but also impresses with its beautiful presentation. Easy to prepare yet packed with flavor, Spanakopita is a crowd-pleaser that brings everyone to the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 11 ounces phyllo dough
- 2 pounds fresh spinach (or frozen)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 green onions
- 1 leek
- ½ cup fresh parsley
- ¼ cup fresh dill
- ¼ cup fresh mint
- 1 pound feta cheese
- 2 large eggs
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a skillet, sauté the chopped leek and green onions in olive oil until soft. Add spinach, salt, and pepper; cook until most moisture evaporates.
- Transfer cooked greens to a bowl and cool for about 10 minutes. Mix in crumbled feta, beaten eggs, parsley, dill, and mint.
- Oil a baking pan and lay down 8 sheets of phyllo dough (drizzling oil between layers). Spread the spinach filling evenly over the dough.
- Top with another 8 layers of phyllo (again drizzling oil) and tuck in edges for a neat finish. Brush the top layer with oil and score into squares.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 340°F (170°C) for about one hour or until golden brown. Allow cooling for 10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (about 120g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 70mg