Greek-Inspired Spanakopita Recipe

[bossanime]

Yasou, food enthusiasts! Delight in the flavors of Greece with this Greek-Inspired Spanakopita. This fusion dish features layers of flaky phyllo pastry filled with a savory mixture of spinach, feta cheese, onions, and herbs. Serve this golden and delicious spanakopita as an appetizer, side dish, or main course for a taste of Greek cuisine at home. Let's dive in and elevate your dinner table with this delightful fusion creation!

Ingredients:

• 1 package (16 ounces) frozen phyllo dough, thawed
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound fresh spinach, chopped
• 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1/2 cup melted butter, for brushing

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Filling:
   • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until softened and fragrant.
   • Add chopped spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, stirring occasionally.
   • Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the spinach mixture to a large bowl.
   • Allow the spinach mixture to cool slightly, then stir in crumbled feta cheese, chopped dill, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
2. Assemble the Spanakopita:
   • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish with olive oil or non-stick cooking spray.
   • Unroll the thawed phyllo dough and cover it with a damp kitchen towel to prevent drying out.
   • Place one sheet of phyllo dough in the prepared baking dish, allowing the edges to hang over the sides. Brush the phyllo sheet with melted butter.
   • Continue layering the phyllo sheets, brushing each sheet with melted butter as you go, until you have used half of the phyllo dough.
3. Add the Filling:
   • Spread the spinach and feta mixture evenly over the layered phyllo dough in the baking dish.
4. Finish Assembling:
   • Continue layering the remaining phyllo dough sheets over the spinach mixture, brushing each sheet with melted butter as you go.
   • Fold the overhanging edges of the phyllo dough over the top layer to seal the spanakopita.
5. Bake the Spanakopita:
   • Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the spanakopita is golden brown and crisp.
6. Serve:
   • Remove the spanakopita from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing into squares or triangles.
   • Serve the Greek-inspired spanakopita warm as an appetizer, side dish, or main course.
7. Enjoy:
   • Enjoy the flaky layers and savory filling of this Greek-inspired spanakopita, a fusion of Mediterranean flavors that will transport you to the sunny shores of Greece with every bite! Kali oreksi! (Bon appétit!)

This spanakopita is perfect for any occasion, from casual gatherings to elegant dinners. With its crispy layers of phyllo pastry and flavorful spinach and feta filling, this fusion creation is sure to impress your family and friends.

 

[Kitty]

Oh, Spanakopita, the flaky pastry, the savory spinach, the tangy feta! Every bite is like a little taste of Greece, a symphony of flavors dancing on my taste buds. It's a culinary masterpiece that always leaves me wanting more!

 

[beni]

A taste of Greece is this Spanakopita dish with Greek influences! It's hard to resist the feta, savory spinach, herbs, and flaky phyllo dough. Ideal for all kind of food! Have fun!

 

[mndynthn12]

Ooh, Greek-Inspired Spanakopita Recipe! That's a mouthful of deliciousness waiting to happen! Can't wait to channel my inner Greek chef and whip up this savory delight! Thanks for the culinary inspiration!

 

[corbin]

Yasou, food enthusiasts! Delight in the flavors of Greece with this Greek-Inspired Spanakopita. This fusion dish features layers of flaky phyllo pastry filled with a savory mixture of spinach, feta cheese, onions, and herbs. Serve this golden and delicious spanakopita as an appetizer, side dish, or main course for a taste of Greek cuisine at home. Let's dive in and elevate your dinner table with this delightful fusion creation!
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Ingredients:

• 1 package (16 ounces) frozen phyllo dough, thawed
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound fresh spinach, chopped
• 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1/2 cup melted butter, for brushing

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Filling:
   • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until softened and fragrant.
   • Add chopped spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, stirring occasionally.
   • Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the spinach mixture to a large bowl.
   • Allow the spinach mixture to cool slightly, then stir in crumbled feta cheese, chopped dill, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
2. Assemble the Spanakopita:
   • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish with olive oil or non-stick cooking spray.
   • Unroll the thawed phyllo dough and cover it with a damp kitchen towel to prevent drying out.
   • Place one sheet of phyllo dough in the prepared baking dish, allowing the edges to hang over the sides. Brush the phyllo sheet with melted butter.
   • Continue layering the phyllo sheets, brushing each sheet with melted butter as you go, until you have used half of the phyllo dough.
3. Add the Filling:
   • Spread the spinach and feta mixture evenly over the layered phyllo dough in the baking dish.
4. Finish Assembling:
   • Continue layering the remaining phyllo dough sheets over the spinach mixture, brushing each sheet with melted butter as you go.
   • Fold the overhanging edges of the phyllo dough over the top layer to seal the spanakopita.
5. Bake the Spanakopita:
   • Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the spanakopita is golden brown and crisp.
6. Serve:
   • Remove the spanakopita from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing into squares or triangles.
   • Serve the Greek-inspired spanakopita warm as an appetizer, side dish, or main course.
7. Enjoy:
   • Enjoy the flaky layers and savory filling of this Greek-inspired spanakopita, a fusion of Mediterranean flavors that will transport you to the sunny shores of Greece with every bite! Kali oreksi! (Bon appétit!)

This spanakopita is perfect for any occasion, from casual gatherings to elegant dinners. With its crispy layers of phyllo pastry and flavorful spinach and feta filling, this fusion creation is sure to impress your family and friends.

This Greek-inspired spanakopita recipe looks amazing! Has anyone tried using a mix of spinach and kale for a twist? Can't wait to make this for my next family dinner!

 

[Jamal_]

Just made this Greek-inspired spanakopita, and it's a flaky, spinach-filled delight! Crispy phyllo dough and savory filling - opa, it's a hit!