Mediterranean Diet Meat Samosa
Elevate your snack game with these Mediterranean Diet Meat Samosas, a lighter, wholesome twist on the beloved crispy pastry. Packed with lean ground beef or lamb, nutrient-rich spinach, grated carrot, and a burst of flavor from cherry tomatoes, garlic, and fresh herbs, this recipe reimagines traditional samosas through a Mediterranean lens. Seasoned with aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and paprika, and complemented by creamy feta cheese and a squeeze of zesty lemon, each triangle boasts a perfect balance of hearty and fresh flavors. Wrapped in crisp phyllo dough and baked to golden perfection, these samosas are a guilt-free indulgence perfect for entertaining or weeknight dinners. Serve them warm with a dollop of Greek yogurt or your favorite dipping sauce for an irresistible treat. Keywords: Mediterranean Diet, baked samosas, healthy appetizers, phyllo dough snacks, spinach and feta recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 250 grams lean ground beef or lamb
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 100 grams fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 medium carrot, grated
- 10 pieces cherry tomatoes, quartered
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 8 pieces phyllo dough sheets
- 100 grams feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the minced garlic to the onions and sauté for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef or lamb to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until the meat is browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir the chopped spinach, grated carrot, and quartered cherry tomatoes into the meat mixture. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the spinach is wilted and the vegetables are tender.
Season the mixture with cumin, coriander, paprika, black pepper, and salt. Stir to combine and then remove from heat.
Stir in the lemon juice, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped parsley, allowing the mixture to cool for a few minutes.
On a clean, dry surface, lay out a sheet of phyllo dough and brush it lightly with a mixture of the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of water.
Place a spoonful of the meat filling onto the phyllo dough. Fold the dough over the filling to form a triangle, continuing to fold over onto itself to the end of the strip.
Repeat the process with the remaining phyllo sheets and filling.
Place the samosas on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
Bake the samosas for 15-20 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy.
Serve warm with a side of Greek yogurt or your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2090 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 103.8 g | 133% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.7 g | 178% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 283 mg | 94% | |
| Sodium | 4764 mg | 207% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 197.6 g | 72% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 38.8 g | 139% | |
| Total Sugars | 63.0 g | ||
| Protein | 115.3 g | 231% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 942 mg | 72% | |
| Iron | 22.7 mg | 126% | |
| Potassium | 6928 mg | 147% | |
*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.
