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Spanakopita Recipe

A delicious 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 if frozen
  • 1 pound Fresh spinach chopped
  • 1 cup Feta cheese crumbled
  • 1 cup Ricotta cheese
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 1 bunch Green onions chopped
  • 1 bunch Dill chopped
  • 1 bunch Parsley chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 large Eggs beaten
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Instructions 

  1. 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. 2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped spinach, feta cheese, ricotta cheese, green onions, dill, parsley, garlic, and beaten eggs. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. 3. Brush a baking dish with olive oil. Layer half of the phyllo dough sheets in the dish, brushing each sheet with olive oil as you layer.
  4. 4. Spread the spinach mixture evenly over the phyllo dough.
  5. 5. Layer the remaining phyllo dough sheets on top of the spinach mixture, again brushing each sheet with olive oil.
  6. 6. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until the phyllo dough is golden brown and crispy.
  7. 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: 50mg | Sodium: 400mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 3000IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 200mg | Iron: 3mg

Keywords

Spanakopita, Spinach Pie
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