Print

Crispy Baked Spanakopita Triangles

crispy baked spanakopita triangles - featured image
Print Recipe

A simple and delicious snack featuring crispy phyllo dough filled with a savory mixture of spinach, feta, and fresh dill. Perfect for entertaining or a quick snack.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 12 sheets phyllo dough (thawed if frozen)
  • 10 oz fresh spinach (roughly chopped and wilted)
  • 7 oz feta cheese (crumbled, preferably Greek feta)
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill (chopped)
  • 3 stalks green onions (finely sliced)
  • 1/4 cup olive oil (for brushing)
  • 1 large egg (beaten)
  • Salt (to taste)
  • Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
  • 1 tsp lemon juice (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a splash of olive oil. Add the chopped fresh spinach and cook until just wilted, about 3-4 minutes. Transfer to a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out excess moisture.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the wilted spinach, crumbled feta, chopped dill, sliced green onions, beaten egg, and lemon juice if using. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Stir gently until well mixed.
  3. Lay one sheet of phyllo dough on a clean surface and brush lightly with olive oil. Place another sheet on top and brush again. Cut the layered phyllo into 3-inch wide strips. Keep remaining sheets covered with a damp towel.
  4. Place about 1 tablespoon of filling at the bottom corner of a phyllo strip. Fold the corner over the filling to form a triangle, then continue folding the strip in a triangle shape until the entire strip is used. Brush the outside with olive oil and place on the baking sheet. Repeat with remaining strips and filling.
  5. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the spanakopita triangles for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and crisp.
  6. Let the triangles rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Keep phyllo sheets covered with a damp towel to prevent drying. Be gentle when brushing olive oil between layers to maintain crispness. Avoid overfilling the triangles to prevent tearing. Let triangles cool slightly before serving to help filling set. For vegan or gluten-free options, see substitutions in ingredients section.

Nutrition

Keywords: spanakopita, baked spanakopita, spinach feta triangles, Greek snack, phyllo dough, feta cheese, dill, appetizer, easy snack

Find it online: https://snappyspoon.com/crispy-baked-spanakopita-triangles-recipe-best-easy-feta-dill-snack/