GreekSnackVegetarian

Spanakopita

Spanakopita is a snack greek recipe with 300 calories per serving, nutrition details, and step-by-step preparation guidance.

Calories

300 kcal

Total Time

60 min

Servings

1

Protein

10 g

Ingredients

  • fresh spinach250g
  • onion, chopped.5 piece
  • garlic, minced1 clove
  • feta cheese, crumbled100g
  • egg1 piece
  • Fresh dill and parsley, choppedAs needed
  • 6-8 sheets of phyllo doughAs needed
  • melted butter.25 cup

Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Sauté chopped onions and garlic until softened. Add chopped spinach and cook until wilted. Squeeze out any excess moisture.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    In a bowl, combine the spinach mixture with crumbled feta cheese, an egg, and fresh herbs like dill and parsley.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    Lay out a sheet of phyllo dough and brush it with melted butter. Layer several more sheets on top, brushing each one with butter.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Spread the spinach and feta filling over the phyllo dough.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    Fold the phyllo dough over the filling to create a pie or individual triangles.

  6. 6

    Step 6

    Brush the top with more melted butter.

  7. 7

    Step 7

    Bake at 190°C (375°F) for 20-30 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.

  8. 8

    Step 8

    Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Snapshot

Macros and micros at a glance

Calories

300

Protein

10g

Carbs

20g

Fat

20g

Fiber

4g

Micronutrients

Iron

3 mg

Zinc

1.5 mg

Sodium

700 mg

Calcium

300 mg

Folate

200 mcg

Magnesium

80 mg

Potassium

600 mg

Vitamin C

20 mg

Vitamin A

500 mcg

Vitamin B12

0.5 mcg

Diet and Allergen Guide

Vegetarian

Yes

Vegan

No

Gluten Free

No

Dairy Free

No

Allergens

MilkEgg

Meal Prep and Storage

Make it easier to prep ahead

Spanakopita works well as a short-term grab-and-go option when stored in a sealed container in the fridge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Spanakopita

How many calories are in Spanakopita?

Spanakopita has about 300 calories per serving based on the current ingredient list and serving size on this page.

Is Spanakopita suitable for vegetarians?

Yes. Spanakopita is suitable for vegetarians as written.

Is Spanakopita gluten-free?

Spanakopita is not reliably gluten-free as written. You can often adapt it with gluten-free swaps if needed.

Are there any allergen ingredients in Spanakopita?

Yes. This recipe includes Milk and Egg. Always review ingredient labels if you are cooking for an allergy-sensitive household.

Can I make Spanakopita ahead of time?

Spanakopita works well as a short-term grab-and-go option when stored in a sealed container in the fridge.

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