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Spanakopita Triangles (Spinach Pie) recipe by Safe Plated

Spanakopita Triangles (Spinach Pie)

Classic Greek spinach pie made with phyllo dough, spinach, feta cheese, and herbs. Uses applesauce as an egg replacement for binding.

75m8 servings
Contains dairyContains wheatEGG-free
280 cal|12g protein|25g carbs|15g fat|3g fiber

Ingredients

  • about 850 g Frozen Spinach
  • about 225 g Feta Cheese
  • 1 medium Onion
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Dill
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Mint
  • 1/2 cup Applesauce
  • 1/2 cup Olive Oil
  • 1 package Phyllo Dough

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

  1. 1Preheat oven to 190°C.
  2. 2Thaw the spinach and squeeze out excess water. Finely chop the onion, dill, and mint.
  3. 3In a large bowl, combine the spinach, feta cheese, onion, dill, mint, and applesauce. Mix well.
  4. 4Brush a baking sheet with olive oil.
  5. 5Lay one sheet of phyllo dough on the baking sheet and brush with olive oil. Repeat with 5 more layers of phyllo dough.
  6. 6Spread the spinach mixture evenly over the phyllo dough.
  7. 7Lay another sheet of phyllo dough over the spinach mixture and brush with olive oil. Repeat with 5 more layers of phyllo dough.
  8. 8Using a sharp knife, cut the spanakopita into triangles.
  9. 9Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown.
  10. 10Let cool slightly before serving.

Substitutions

Egg → Applesauce

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