Heart-Healthy Cheese and Spinach Borekas
Delight in the wholesome flavors of these Heart-Healthy Cheese and Spinach Borekas, a guilt-free twist on a beloved Mediterranean classic! Made with nutrient-packed whole wheat phyllo dough, vibrant fresh spinach, and a creamy blend of low-fat feta and cottage cheese, these flaky pastries are the perfect balance of indulgence and nutrition. Enhanced with aromatic dill, garlic, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds, this recipe delivers bursts of savory flavor in every bite. Baked to golden perfection—not fried—these borekas are a heart-smart choice for appetizers, snacks, or light meals. Quick to prepare and ready in under an hour, they pair beautifully with a fresh green salad or a bowl of soup for an irresistible, well-rounded dish. Indulge in these crispy, cheesy delights guilt-free!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 10 sheets whole wheat phyllo dough sheets
- 4 cups fresh spinach leaves, chopped
- 1 cup low-fat feta cheese, crumbled
- 0.5 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 2 large egg whites
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for about 5 minutes until soft.
Add the minced garlic and chopped spinach to the onion and cook for another 3 minutes until the spinach is wilted. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked spinach mixture, low-fat feta cheese, low-fat cottage cheese, egg whites, fresh dill, black pepper, and salt. Mix well to combine.
Lay out one sheet of whole wheat phyllo dough on a clean surface and lightly brush with some of the remaining olive oil. Place another sheet on top and brush with olive oil again.
Cut the stacked phyllo sheets into 3-inch wide strips. Place about 1 tablespoon of the spinach and cheese filling at the end of each strip.
Fold the corner of the dough over the filling to form a triangle, and then continue folding the strip in a triangular pattern, like folding a flag. Repeat with the remaining strips.
Place the filled triangles on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the borekas are golden brown and crispy.
Remove from the oven and cool for a few minutes before serving. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1692 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 82.8 g | 106% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.9 g | 164% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 142 mg | 47% | |
| Sodium | 4863 mg | 211% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 138.7 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.0 g | 86% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.3 g | ||
| Protein | 97.4 g | 195% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1688 mg | 130% | |
| Iron | 15.4 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 2253 mg | 48% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
