Mediterranean Spinach and Feta Crisps
Crispy phyllo pastries filled with savory spinach and creamy feta, perfect for snacks or gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Phyllo dough
- Fresh spinach (about 8 oz)
- Feta cheese (crumbled, 4 oz)
- Olive oil (for brushing and cooking)
- Garlic (minced, 3 cloves)
- Dried oregano (1 tsp)
- Salt (to taste)
- Black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Sauté the garlic in olive oil until fragrant.
- Wilt the spinach in the skillet, stirring occasionally.
- Mix wilted spinach with feta, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Prepare phyllo dough by brushing it with olive oil.
- Layer several sheets of phyllo on top of each other with olive oil.
- Add spoonfuls of the spinach and feta mixture to one end.
- Roll the phyllo tightly around the filling.
- Brush the tops with olive oil and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
For best results, keep phyllo dough covered with a damp cloth while working to prevent drying out.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg