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Nutritional Values
300kcal
12gProtein
30gCarbs
16gFat
4gFibre
200 gServing
* Per serving · 200 g. May vary.
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🌾 Gluten
🥛 Dairy
Spanakopita
How to order / say it
Say it
Σπανακόπιτα — [spa-na-KO-pee-ta]
Order
I'd like the spanakopita, please.
Locally
Θα ήθελα τη σπανακόπιτα, παρακαλώ.
Say locally
Phyllo pastry filled with spinach and feta cheese.
Why try it?
Spanakopita showcases the love Greeks have for savory pies. This dish is a testament to Athens' ability to transform humble vegetables into culinary delights.
How it tastes
Crispy layers of phyllo pastry enclose a rich, savory filling of spinach and feta, creating a perfect balance of crunchy and creamy textures with each bite.
Origin & History — first documented: 1300
Spanakopita originated in the Byzantine era, enjoyed today for its delicious, inexpensive ingredients. It embodies the Greek affinity for incorporating greens and cheese in their diets.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌾 250 g phyllo pastry
- 🥕 500 g spinach
- 🥛 200 g feta cheese
- 🧄 1 medium onion
- 🫒 50 ml olive oil
- 🌿 30 g dill
- 🥚 1 large egg
Method
- 1 Sauté onion and spinach until wilted, then mix with feta, dill, and beaten egg.
- 2 Layer several sheets of phyllo in a baking dish, brushing with olive oil between layers.
- 3 Spread spinach mixture over phyllo and top with more phyllo sheets, brushing with oil.
- 4 Bake at 180°C for 45 minutes until golden and crisp.
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