Low Fat Borek
Indulge in the savory delight of **Low Fat Börek**, a lighter take on the beloved Turkish pastry. This recipe brings together crisp, golden layers of phyllo pastry filled with a flavorful mixture of fresh spinach, creamy low-fat feta cheese, and aromatic dill. Perfect for those seeking a healthier option, it uses egg whites, a touch of skim milk, and olive oil spray to reduce fat without compromising the irresistible flaky texture. Topped with a sprinkle of sesame seeds for added crunch, this börek bakes to perfection in just 35 minutes. Ideal as a snack, appetizer, or light main course, it's a guilt-free way to enjoy one of the Mediterranean's most cherished dishes. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a wholesome and satisfying treat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 10 Phyllo pastry sheets
- 200 grams Low-fat feta cheese
- 300 grams Fresh spinach
- 2 large Egg whites
- 100 ml Skim milk
- 1 can Olive oil spray
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
Wash and dry the spinach, then roughly chop it.
In a large bowl, crumble the low-fat feta cheese and combine it with the chopped spinach, egg whites, salt, black pepper, and freshly chopped dill. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
Lay one sheet of phyllo on a clean surface and lightly spray with olive oil spray. Place another sheet on top and spray again. Repeat until you have 5 layers.
Spread half of the spinach-feta mixture along one edge of the phyllo stack, leaving some space at the sides.
Gently roll the phyllo from the filling side to the other, creating a log shape. Tuck in the edges as you roll.
Repeat this process with the remaining filling and phyllo sheets to create a second log.
Transfer the rolls to the prepared baking tray and lightly brush the tops with skim milk. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top to garnish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until the phyllo is golden brown and crispy.
Allow to cool slightly before cutting each log into slices. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
396 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.7 g | 35% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.4 g | 27% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 12 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 761 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.8 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.2 g | ||
| Protein | 12.4 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 242 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 92 mg | 2% | |
*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.
