Description
Mediterranean Spinach and Feta Cheese Crisps (Easy Spanakopita Triangles) are a delightful fusion of flaky phyllo pastry and a savory filling of spinach and feta cheese that will tantalize your taste buds. These crispy treats are perfect as an appetizer for parties or as a light lunch option. With a preparation time of just 25 minutes and baking them to golden perfection, you’ll have a crowd-pleasing dish ready in no time. Made with wholesome ingredients, these crisps can be easily customized with your favorite herbs and spices, ensuring they fit any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (16 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed very dry
- 1 cup crumbled good quality feta cheese
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh dill
- 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions (scallions)
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 (1 pound) package phyllo dough, thawed according to package directions
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (for serving dip)
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (for serving dip)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine thawed spinach, feta, ricotta, dill, green onions, beaten egg, nutmeg, and black pepper until mixed.
- Layer two sheets of phyllo dough brushed with melted butter; cut into strips.
- Place filling at one end of each strip; fold into triangles sealing the filling.
- Arrange on the baking sheet; brush tops with remaining butter.
- Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve warm with lemon-dill yogurt dip.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 triangle (30g)
- Calories: 113
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg