Low Fat Spinach Feta Croissant
Indulge in the perfect balance of flavor and health with this Low Fat Spinach Feta Croissant recipe that transforms a classic pastry into a guilt-free delight. Featuring reduced-fat puff pastry sheets, fresh spinach, and creamy reduced-fat feta cheese, these golden croissants are packed with wholesome ingredients yet stay irresistibly flaky and light. The filling combines sautéed garlic, tangy Greek yogurt, and a touch of seasoning, creating a savory blend that bursts with flavor in every bite. Prepared in under an hour, these lightened-up croissants make an excellent appetizer, breakfast, or snack, showcasing how indulgent baked goods can be both nutritious and delicious. Serve them warm for ultimate enjoyment, and elevate your pastry game without compromising on health.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 sheets Reduced-fat puff pastry sheets
- 4 cups Fresh spinach
- 1 cup Reduced-fat feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons Plain nonfat Greek yogurt
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
- 1 whole Egg white
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Mince the garlic and sauté it for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the fresh spinach to the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until wilted. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
Once the spinach has cooled, squeeze out any excess liquid and chop it finely.
In a medium bowl, combine the chopped spinach, reduced-fat feta cheese, and plain nonfat Greek yogurt. Add salt and black pepper, and mix well to form the filling.
Unroll the reduced-fat puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface. Cut each sheet into 4 equal squares.
Place approximately 1-2 tablespoons of the spinach-feta filling in the center of each square.
Fold one corner of each square over the filling to form a triangle. Press the edges together with a fork to seal.
Beat the egg white in a small bowl and brush it lightly over the tops of the croissants to help them turn golden brown during baking.
Place the stuffed croissants on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and puffy.
Remove the croissants from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
977 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.8 g | 77% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.3 g | 146% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 130 mg | 43% | |
| Sodium | 4125 mg | 179% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.7 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.8 g | ||
| Protein | 66.2 g | 132% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1368 mg | 105% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 348 mg | 7% | |
*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.
