Low Fat Traditional Bulgarian Banitsa
Indulge in the rich, savory taste of a beloved Balkan classic with this Low Fat Traditional Bulgarian Banitsa recipe – a lighter take on the iconic dish without sacrificing flavor. Made with delicate phyllo dough, reduced-fat feta cheese, and nonfat Greek yogurt, this guilt-free version is both crispy and creamy, satisfying your cravings while keeping it healthy. The mixture of egg whites, skim milk, and a pinch of baking powder creates a deliciously fluffy texture, while a drizzle of sunflower oil ensures a golden, crunchy finish. Perfect as a comforting breakfast, snack, or appetizer, this recipe is easy to prepare and bakes to perfection in just under an hour. Delight your taste buds with the authentic flavors of Bulgaria reimagined for a low-fat lifestyle!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 sheets phyllo dough sheets
- 200 grams reduced-fat feta cheese
- 200 grams nonfat plain Greek yogurt
- 2 large egg whites
- 1 large whole egg
- 50 milliliters skim milk
- 1 tablespoon sunflower oil
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 bottle butter-flavored cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter-flavored cooking spray.
In a medium bowl, crumble the reduced-fat feta cheese and mix it with the nonfat Greek yogurt. Stir in the egg whites, whole egg, skim milk, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
Lay out a sheet of phyllo dough on a clean surface and lightly spray it with the butter-flavored cooking spray. Add about 2-3 tablespoons of the cheese mixture on top and spread it evenly, avoiding the edges.
Roll the phyllo sheet loosely into a log, then gently spiral it into a snail-like shape. Place it in the center of the prepared baking dish.
Repeat the process with the remaining phyllo sheets and cheese mixture, arranging each rolled log in a spiral around the center log to fill the baking dish.
Brush the top of the assembled banitsa with 1 tablespoon of sunflower oil for a golden finish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the banitsa is golden brown and crispy on top.
Remove the banitsa from the oven and allow it to cool for 5-10 minutes. Serve warm and enjoy this low-fat version of a Bulgarian classic!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3075 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 236.1 g | 303% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.6 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 305 mg | 102% | |
| Sodium | 5860 mg | 255% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 107.4 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.7 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.4 g | ||
| Protein | 89.7 g | 179% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.6 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 1323 mg | 102% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 802 mg | 17% | |
*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.
