Description
Spanakopita is a savory Greek pie filled with sautéed spinach, creamy feta cheese, and fresh herbs, all wrapped in layers of golden, flaky filo pastry. Perfect as a main dish or appetizer, it’s a comforting, crowd-pleasing favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh spinach, chopped
- 8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 package phyllo dough (16 sheets)
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté onions until soft. Add garlic and spinach, cooking until wilted and moisture evaporates. Let cool.
- In a bowl, mix spinach mixture with feta, eggs, dill, salt, and pepper.
- Layer 6 to 8 sheets of filo in the baking dish, brushing each with olive oil.
- Spread the filling evenly over the filo base.
- Layer another 6 to 8 sheets of filo on top, brushing each with oil. Tuck in edges.
- Bake for 40 to 45 minutes until golden brown and crisp.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Cover filo dough with a damp towel to prevent drying out while working.
- Use block feta in brine for the best flavor and texture.
- Let spanakopita cool slightly before slicing for cleaner pieces.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: spanakopita, greek spinach pie, filo spinach feta, vegetarian greek recipe