Spinach Spanakopita | Authentic Greek Spinach & Feta Pie Recipe 🥬🧀

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Cottage cheese is lower in fat, while ricotta is more affordable.

phyllo dough

🥗Healthier: whole wheat pastry dough

💰Cheaper: homemade dough

Whole wheat adds fiber, while homemade can reduce costs.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is heart-healthy, while canola is budget-friendly.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: silken tofu

Flaxseed meal is a plant-based binder, while tofu is economical.

Saute onion and garlic in olive oil until soft.

Add spinach and cook until wilted.

Drain well to remove excess water.

In a large bowl, mix spinach with crumbled feta, ricotta cheese, spring onions, dill, and mint.

Crack in two eggs.

Season with pepper and stir until creamy.

Brush your baking dish with olive oil.

Layer felo sheets one by one, brushing each with butter or oil.

Spread the spinach mixture evenly on top.

Fold the pastry edges over the filling.

Add more felo sheets on top.

Brush with olive oil.

Score lightly and bake until golden brown.

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