Spinach Pie

Spinach pie, also known as spanakopita, is a traditional Greek dish that dates back to ancient times. It is often served as an appetizer or main course and is enjoyed for its flavorful combination of spinach, feta cheese, and flaky phyllo pastry.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 90 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Spinach Pie

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean Courses: Baked, Lunch, Savory Recipe Keys: High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 45 min Rest Time 15 min Total Time 1 hr 30 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2560

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 16 ounce Frozen spinach
• 8 ounce Feta cheese
• 4 unit Eggs
• 1 unit Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 8 sheet Phyllo pastry sheets
• 3 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 tablespoon Dill
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Thaw the frozen spinach and squeeze out any excess water.
3. In a mixing bowl, crumble the feta cheese and add the spinach, diced onion, minced garlic, beaten eggs, chopped dill, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
4. Brush a baking dish with olive oil.
5. Layer 4 sheets of phyllo pastry in the dish, brushing each sheet with olive oil before adding the next.
6. Spread the spinach and feta mixture evenly over the phyllo pastry.
7. Layer the remaining 4 sheets of phyllo pastry on top, brushing each sheet with olive oil.
8. Fold any excess pastry over the top.
9. Brush the top with olive oil.
10. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until golden brown.
11. Allow the spinach pie to rest for 15 minutes before serving.
12. Cut into slices and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 25g9%

Sugars 2g

Protein 12g24%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.