Low Fat Cheese and Spinach Bourekas
Indulge in the flaky, golden layers of these Low Fat Cheese and Spinach Bourekas—a lightened-up twist on the classic Mediterranean pastry. Perfect for health-conscious food lovers, this recipe combines delicately crisp phyllo pastry with a creamy filling of low-fat ricotta, crumbled feta, and nutrient-packed spinach. Enhanced with aromatic garlic, sautéed onions, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds, these savory triangles are baked to perfection, ensuring all the flavor with less guilt. Quick to prepare with just 20 minutes of hands-on time, they make an irresistible appetizer, snack, or side dish. Whether you're hosting a gathering or seeking a wholesome bite, these bourekas deliver deliciousness in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces phyllo pastry sheets
- olive oil spray
- 300 grams fresh spinach
- 200 grams low-fat ricotta cheese
- 100 grams low-fat feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large egg
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and cook for about 3-4 minutes until soft. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked spinach mixture with the low-fat ricotta cheese, crumbled feta cheese, and beaten egg. Mix until well combined. Season with salt and black pepper.
Place one sheet of phyllo pastry on a clean surface and lightly spray with olive oil. Place another sheet on top and spray again. Continue until you have three layers.
Cut the phyllo stack lengthwise into three equal strips.
Place a heaping tablespoon of the spinach and cheese mixture at one end of each strip.
Fold the corner of each strip over the filling to create a triangle. Continue folding the strip in a triangular fashion until you reach the end.
Repeat with remaining phyllo sheets and filling.
Place bourekas on the prepared baking sheet, seam side down. Lightly spray the tops with olive oil and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your low-fat cheese and spinach bourekas!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1439 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.1 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.2 g | 121% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 349 mg | 116% | |
| Sodium | 3389 mg | 147% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 163.5 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.5 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.4 g | ||
| Protein | 74.4 g | 149% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 1391 mg | 107% | |
| Iron | 13.4 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 545 mg | 12% | |
*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.
