Description
Crispy, golden phyllo pastry triangles filled with a savory blend of spinach, feta, ricotta, herbs, and cheese. These classic Greek-style spinach puffs make a flavorful Mediterranean appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 large egg
- 10 sheets phyllo dough
- 1/4 cup melted butter or olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the squeezed spinach, feta cheese, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, green onions, minced garlic, dried dill, black pepper, and egg. Mix until fully combined.
- Lay one sheet of phyllo dough on a clean surface and lightly brush it with melted butter or olive oil. Place another sheet on top and brush again.
- Cut the layered phyllo sheets into long strips about 3 inches wide.
- Place a spoonful of the spinach filling at the end of each strip and fold the phyllo over the filling diagonally to form a triangle. Continue folding until the strip is completely wrapped.
- Place the filled triangles on the prepared baking sheet and brush the tops lightly with more melted butter or olive oil.
- Bake for 18–22 minutes or until the puffs are golden brown and crispy.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the spinach is thoroughly squeezed dry to prevent soggy pastry.
- Keep unused phyllo sheets covered with a damp towel to prevent them from drying out.
- Olive oil can be used instead of butter for a lighter Mediterranean flavor.
- Serve warm with tzatziki sauce or a squeeze of fresh lemon.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven to restore crispness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 puff
- Calories: 160 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 290 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
