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Mediterranean Addictive Spinach Stuffed Pastry

Mediterranean Addictive Spinach Stuffed Pastry You’ll Love

These Mediterranean Addictive Spinach Stuffed Pastries with Ricotta and Parmesan are a quick and impressive vegetarian-friendly snack.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 pastries
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry
  • 1 package Puff Pastry Sheets Store-bought for convenience
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Fresh Spinach Can substitute with baby kale or Swiss chard
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese Cottage cheese can work as a low-fat alternative
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese Can interchange with Pecorino Romano
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic is a flavorful substitute
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Season to your preference
  • 1 large Egg For egg wash, can swap with plant-based milk for a vegan version
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For sautéing spinach

Equipment

  • large baking sheet
  • Medium skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Pastry Brush

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, add chopped spinach, and sauté for about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Combine wilted spinach with ricotta, Parmesan, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
  4. Unwrap thawed puff pastry sheets, cut into 4-6 equal squares.
  5. Place 1-2 tablespoons of the filling in the center of each pastry square, fold and seal edges.
  6. Whisk egg for egg wash and coat the tops of each filled pastry.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Let cool for 5 minutes on a wire rack before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pastryCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 7gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These pastries can be made ahead of time and baked fresh when needed. Serve with tzatziki or marinara sauce for dipping.

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