Description
“Classic Greek Spanakopita is a flaky, golden-brown phyllo pastry filled with a savory mix of spinach, feta, and herbs. This authentic Mediterranean dish is perfect as an appetizer, side, or main course. Easy to make, freezer-friendly, and packed with flavor!”
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 oz fresh spinach (or 16 oz frozen, thawed and drained)
- 8 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- ½ cup ricotta or cottage cheese (optional)
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 10–12 sheets phyllo dough
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp nutmeg (optional)
- 1 tsp lemon zest (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat & Prepare – Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- Sauté Aromatics – Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté onions, green onions, and garlic until soft and fragrant.
- Add Spinach – Stir in spinach and cook until wilted. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Combine Filling – In a bowl, mix cooked spinach with crumbled feta, ricotta (if using), eggs, dill, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
- Layer Phyllo Dough – Brush one phyllo sheet with melted butter and place in the baking dish. Repeat, layering several sheets to form a sturdy base.
- Assemble – Spread the spinach filling evenly over the phyllo layers.
- Top Layers – Layer additional phyllo sheets on top, brushing each with butter.
- Bake – Lightly score the top with a sharp knife and bake for 40-45 minutes, until golden brown and crispy.
- Cool & Serve – Let cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Vegan Option – Use dairy-free feta and replace eggs with flaxseed mixture.
- Extra Herbs – Add parsley or mint for added freshness.
- Different Cheeses – Mix feta with Parmesan for a richer taste.
- Individual Portions – Make hand pies by folding the filling into phyllo triangles.
- Gluten-Free Version – Use gluten-free phyllo dough.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Side Dish, Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keywords: spanakopita, Greek spinach pie, feta spinach phyllo, Mediterranean appetizer, Greek pastry