Tasty Spanakopita Spinach Pie | Healthy Foodie - Wellness
Have you tried this dish before for Spanakopita Spinach Pie? It’s so delicious and fun to make. The cheese mixture is simple with fresh ingredients. Try using organic and low fat selections to make it the healthiest it can be.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 lbs fresh spinach
- ½ onion, chopped
- ½ cup green onion, sliced
- 1 teaspoon garlic
- 2 tablespoons parsley
- 2 tablespoons dill
- 8 oz feta cheese crumbles
- 1 egg
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1lb phyllo dough, thawed
- ¾ cup butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 and line a baking sheet with parchment paper
- In a skillet cook the spinach in 1 tablespoon of olive oil until wilted
- Squeeze out the excess liquid and chop
- In the same skillet use the remaining olive oil to cook the onion until tender
- Stir in the green onion, garlic, parsley and dill then add the mixture to the spinach in a large bowl
- Add in the salt & pepper, feta, and egg – stir to combine well
- Place a sheet of phyllo on the lined baking sheet and brush it with the melted butter
- Repeat this process with three more sheets of dough then evenly spoon the spinach mixture on top
- Repeat this dough and mixture layering until both are used up
- The top layer should be dough
- Brush it with the remaining butter and bake for about 20 minutes until golden brown
Notes
To make spanakopita a healthier option, consider using whole wheat phyllo dough or making your own homemade dough with whole wheat flour. Also, try using a reduced-fat feta cheese or using a smaller amount of cheese. Adding more vegetables to the filling, such as onions, garlic, and bell peppers, can also boost the nutritional value of the dish.