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Authentic Greek Spanakopita Recipe

Authentic Greek Spanakopita Recipe for Cozy Family Nights

This Authentic Greek Spanakopita captures comfort and joy, turning simple ingredients into a flaky, savory spinach pie that impresses even the pickiest of eaters.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 1 pound Fresh Spinach or 10 oz frozen
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese
  • 1/2 cup Ricotta Cheese optional
  • 1 piece Onion finely chopped
  • 2-3 pieces Green Onions chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley chopped
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Dill chopped
  • 1 piece Lemon zest and juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
Pastry
  • 1 package Phyllo Pastry 16 oz
  • 1/2 cup Melted Butter or Olive Oil for brushing

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Damp cloth

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium skillet over medium heat, sauté the finely chopped onion and minced garlic for about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add fresh spinach gradually, allowing it to wilt down fully for about 5 minutes, then remove from heat.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled spinach mixture with feta cheese, ricotta (if using), parsley, dill, lemon zest and juice, salt, and pepper.
  5. Lay out the phyllo pastry sheets and cover with a damp cloth. Work with one sheet at a time.
  6. Brush the first sheet of phyllo with melted butter, place the next sheet on top, and repeat for three layers.
  7. Spoon the spinach filling along one edge of the layered phyllo and roll it up tightly, folding in the sides.
  8. Place the rolled spanakopita seam-side down on the lined baking sheet and brush the top with melted butter.
  9. Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and crispy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, drain spinach well and keep phyllo covered with a damp cloth when not in use. Experiment with fillings like olives or sun-dried tomatoes for a twist.

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