Spinach and Feta Filo Triangles
Perfectly crisp and golden on the outside, with a rich, savory filling, these *Spinach and Feta Filo Triangles* are a delightful appetizer or snack that will impress at any gathering. Featuring tender sautéed spinach, creamy crumbled feta cheese, aromatic dill, and a hint of garlic, all encased in layers of flaky filo pastry, this recipe is a Mediterranean-inspired delight. The triangles are brushed with butter for a golden, buttery finish and baked to perfection. Quick to prepare in just 25 minutes, these hand-held parcels are ideal for entertaining or as a light vegetarian meal. Serve them warm with tzatziki or a side salad to elevate your next spread. Keywords: spinach and feta, filo triangles, Mediterranean appetizer, vegetarian snack, crispy pastry bites.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams fresh spinach
- 200 grams feta cheese
- 1 medium, finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large, beaten egg
- 12 sheets filo pastry
- 100 grams, melted butter
- 2 tablespoons, chopped dill
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons, ground black pepper
Instructions
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until soft and translucent.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Add the spinach to the skillet, cooking until wilted (about 3-4 minutes). Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
In a large bowl, crumble the feta cheese and mix it with the beaten egg, chopped dill, salt, and black pepper.
Once the spinach mixture has cooled, squeeze out any excess liquid using your hands or a clean kitchen towel, then add it to the bowl with the feta mixture. Combine well.
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Unroll the filo pastry and cover it with a damp cloth to prevent it from drying out. Take one sheet and brush it lightly with melted butter. Fold it lengthwise into thirds, creating a long strip.
Place one tablespoon of the spinach and feta filling at one end of the pastry strip. Fold it diagonally to form a triangle, then continue folding in a triangle pattern until the strip is completely wrapped. Repeat with the remaining filo sheets and filling.
Arrange the triangles on the prepared baking sheet and brush the tops with more melted butter.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
Allow the triangles to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1934 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 163.5 g | 210% | |
| Saturated Fat | 78.6 g | 393% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 632 mg | 211% | |
| Sodium | 4593 mg | 200% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.0 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.7 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.9 g | ||
| Protein | 48.7 g | 97% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 1327 mg | 102% | |
| Iron | 13.5 mg | 75% | |
| Potassium | 542 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.
