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Spanakopita Greek Spinach Pie Recipe

A delicious and traditional Greek spinach pie made with layers of crispy phyllo dough and a savory spinach and feta cheese filling.
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Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: Greek
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Spanakopita Ingredients

  • 1 package Phyllo Dough thawed
  • 1 kg Spinach fresh, chopped
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese crumbled
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese
  • 1 Onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 2 Eggs beaten
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped spinach, crumbled feta cheese, ricotta cheese, chopped onion, minced garlic, olive oil, beaten eggs, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
  3. Brush a baking dish with olive oil. Layer half of the phyllo dough sheets, brushing each sheet with olive oil as you layer.
  4. Spread the spinach mixture evenly over the phyllo dough in the baking dish.
  5. Layer the remaining phyllo dough sheets on top, brushing each sheet with olive oil.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until the phyllo dough is golden brown and crispy.
  7. Let the spanakopita cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 400mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 5000IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 200mg | Iron: 3mg

Keywords

Greek Recipe, Spanakopita, Spinach Pie
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