Description
A traditional Greek spinach and feta cheese pie with layers of flaky phyllo dough. This recipe brings joy and connection to your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh spinach, washed and chopped
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 4 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup fresh dill, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
- 4 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 package (16 ounces) phyllo dough, thawed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the chopped spinach to the skillet. Cook until wilted, stirring occasionally. Drain any excess liquid from the spinach.
- Remove the skillet from heat. Stir in the green onions, dill, parsley, crumbled feta cheese, beaten eggs, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
- Unroll the phyllo dough. Keep it covered with a damp cloth to prevent it from drying out.
- Brush a 9×13 inch baking dish with melted butter.
- Lay one sheet of phyllo dough in the dish, brushing it with melted butter. Repeat this process with about 8-10 sheets of phyllo dough, creating a bottom crust.
- Spread the spinach and feta mixture evenly over the phyllo crust.
- Layer the remaining phyllo dough sheets over the filling, brushing each layer with melted butter. Fold the edges of the top phyllo sheets under the bottom crust to seal.
- Score the top of the pie into serving portions.
- Bake for 40-50 minutes, or until the phyllo is golden brown and crispy.
- Let the spanakopita cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Ensure your phyllo dough is completely thawed before use.
- Drain the spinach very well to prevent a soggy pie.
- You can add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a little heat.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 90mg