Spinach Pie

Spinach pie, also known as Spanakopita, is a traditional Greek dish that has been enjoyed for centuries. It is believed to have originated in the Byzantine Empire and is often served as an appetizer or main course.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 75 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: Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 45 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 15 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 2100

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 250 gram Pie Crust
• 300 gram Spinach
• 150 gram Feta Cheese
• 4 unit Eggs
• 1 unit Onion
• 2 unit Garlic Cloves
• 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 1 tablespoon Dill
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a pan, heat olive oil and sauté the onion and garlic until translucent.
3. Add the spinach and cook until wilted. Remove from heat and let it cool.
4. In a bowl, beat the eggs. Crumble the feta cheese and add it to the eggs.
5. Add the cooled spinach mixture, dill, salt, and pepper to the bowl. Mix well.
6. Roll out the pie crust and line a pie dish with it.
7. Pour the spinach mixture into the pie crust.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
9. Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 30g10%

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.