Spinach El Greco
Dive into the flavors of the Mediterranean with Spinach El Greco, a vibrant and wholesome dish that combines tender, sautéed spinach with tangy crumbles of feta cheese, aromatic garlic, and a touch of nutmeg for warmth. Topped with golden, crispy breadcrumbs and a hint of lemon zest, this baked creation delivers a perfect balance of creamy and crunchy textures. Infused with dried oregano and a drizzle of olive oil, this vegetarian recipe comes together in just 40 minutes, making it an ideal choice for a nutritious side dish or a light main course. Perfect for impressing at dinner parties or spicing up weeknight meals, Spinach El Greco is a celebration of fresh, Mediterranean-inspired ingredients that will leave your taste buds craving more.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh spinach
- 200 grams feta cheese
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 pieces garlic cloves
- 1 medium red onion
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.25 teaspoons nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 cups breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
Wash the fresh spinach thoroughly and pat it dry with a clean kitchen towel. Set aside.
Finely chop the red onion and garlic cloves.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic and sauté until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the spinach to the skillet in batches, allowing it to wilt down before adding more. Stir frequently to evenly cook the spinach. Once all the spinach is wilted, remove the skillet from heat.
Transfer the spinach mixture to a mixing bowl. Crumble the feta cheese into the bowl and mix gently. Add the dried oregano, nutmeg, salt, black pepper, and lemon zest to the mixture.
Lightly grease a baking dish with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Spread the spinach mixture evenly in the dish.
Sprinkle the breadcrumbs evenly over the top of the spinach mixture.
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the breadcrumbs are golden and crispy.
Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm as a side dish or enjoy it as a light vegetarian main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1310 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 88.3 g | 113% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.8 g | 169% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 178 mg | 59% | |
| Sodium | 4694 mg | 204% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 84.1 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.4 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.3 g | ||
| Protein | 50.0 g | 100% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1550 mg | 119% | |
| Iron | 21.0 mg | 117% | |
| Potassium | 382 mg | 8% | |
*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.
