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Spanakopita

Ready in 80 minutes
Prep 45 minutes
Cook 35 minutes
12
SERVINGS
METRIC
IMPERIAL

  • 500 ml chopped frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed to remove liquid
  • 250 ml crumbled feta cheese
  • 125 ml ricotta cheese
  • 125 ml chopped fresh parsley
  • 125 ml chopped green onion
  • 60 ml chopped fresh dill
  • 30 ml chopped fresh mint leaves
  • 2 ml ground nutmeg
  • 1 ml EACH salt & pepper
  • 3 eggs
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • zest and juice of 1 small lemon
  • 12 sheets phyllo pastry, thawed according to package instructions
  • 60 ml unsalted butter, melted
Enjoy our delicious take on the classic Greek pastry. Spinach, feta, ricotta and fresh seasonings are wrapped in phyllo pastry to make a crispy appetizer or a light meal. Serve with fresh tzatziki.

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper; set aside.

In a large bowl, stir together spinach, feta, ricotta, parsley, onion, dill, mint, nutmeg, salt, pepper, eggs, garlic, lemon zest and juice until fully combined.

Unroll phyllo sheets and cover with damp tea towel to prevent drying out. Place one phyllo sheet on work surface and brush lightly with butter. Top with a second sheet and brush lightly with butter. Cut lengthwise into 6 long even strips.

Working with one phyllo strip at a time, spoon 1 tbsp (15 mL) of filling near the bottom corner of strip. Fold the end at an angle over the filling to form triangle. Continue folding to end of pastry, alternating to each side creating a triangle. Place seam side down, on prepared baking sheet. Brush top with butter. Repeat with remaining phyllo pastry, filling and butter.

Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until pastry is crisp and golden.

Nutritional Facts
  • Amount Per Serving
    110 Calories
  • Fat
    7 g
  • Sodium
    220 mg
  • Carbohydrates
    8 g
  • Fibre
    1 g
  • Protein
    4 g

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