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Spinach and Feta Pita

Cultural Context

Originating from Greece, Spinach and Feta Pita, or Spanakopita, is a beloved dish that showcases the country's rich culinary traditions. Traditionally served as a snack or appetizer, it reflects the Mediterranean diet's emphasis on fresh vegetables and herbs. Today, Spanakopita is enjoyed worldwide, often found in Greek restaurants and at cultural festivals, celebrated for its flaky texture and savory filling.

GreekGRmain
45 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
150g butter
180g flour
1 teaspoon ground paprika
4 eggs
400 ml milk
Salt
Pepper
1 teaspoon ground paprika
100g grated cheese
65g washed baby spinach
8 dried tomatoes, chopped
150g feta cheese
Sesame seeds

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

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

phyllo dough

🥗Healthier: whole wheat pastry dough

💰Cheaper: homemade dough

Whole wheat adds fiber; homemade can cut costs.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a high smoke point; canola is budget-friendly.

spinach

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: collard greens

Kale is nutrient-dense; collard greens are often less expensive.

1

Add 150g of butter and 180g of flour to a bowl.

2

Knead the dough with 1 teaspoon of ground paprika.

3

Put the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.

4

Put the dough in a mold and prick the dough with a fork.

5

Bake at 225° C (437°F) for about 12 minutes.

6

For the filling, whisk together 4 eggs and 400 ml of milk.

7

Add salt and pepper to taste.

8

Add 1 teaspoon of ground paprika.

9

Add 100g of grated cheese, 65g of washed baby spinach, 8 chopped dried tomatoes, and 150g of feta cheese to the mixture.

10

Pour the filling over the pre-baked dough.

11

Sprinkle sesame seeds over the pie.

12

Bake at 200°C (392°F) for 30-40 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Spanakopita

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