The Greek spinach pie with feta is called Spanakopita — a beloved traditional dish made of crispy phyllo pastry filled with spinach, feta, and herbs. It’s one of the most popular savory pies in Greece, enjoyed as a snack, appetizer, or main course.
🥬 What is Spanakopita?
- Layers of phyllo dough brushed with olive oil or butter.
- Filling of spinach, feta cheese, onions or scallions, and fresh herbs (often dill, parsley, or mint).
- Baked until golden and crisp, with a creamy, savory interior Olive Tomato The Mediterranean Dish
🍴 Typical Ingredients
- 1 package of phyllo dough (thawed if frozen)
- 500 g fresh spinach (or frozen, well-drained)
- 200 g feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 onion or bunch of scallions, finely chopped
- 2–3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 eggs (to bind the filling)
- Fresh herbs: dill, parsley, mint
- Salt & pepper
👩🍳 Preparation (simplified)
- Sauté onions and spinach in olive oil until wilted, season lightly.
- Mix spinach with feta, eggs, and herbs to form the filling.
- Layer phyllo sheets in a baking dish, brushing each with olive oil.
- Add filling, then cover with more phyllo layers.
- Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 40–50 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool slightly before cutting into squares or triangles.
🌟 Serving Ideas
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
- Pair with a Greek salad or dips like tzatziki.
- Works as a main dish with roasted chicken or lamb, or as a party finger food when cut into small triangles.
📌 Sources for Authentic Recipes
Would you like me to give you a quick variation for mini hand pies (spanakopitakia) that are perfect for parties and picnics?