Vegetarian

Spanakopita Triangles

Spanakopita Triangles is the perfect light vegetarian appetizer. Phyllo {filo} pastry is filled with spinach, feta cheese, garlic, herbs and lemon create a flavorful filling.

  • Prep20 min
  • Cook20 min
  • Total40 min
  • Makes15 servings
  • Calories919
Spanakopita Triangles

Method

  1. 1

    Defrost spinach first and drain the excess water using your hands.

  2. 2

    In a small pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add spinach, garlic, oregano, dill and parsley. Saute for about 1 minute. Remove from heat and allow it to cool down. Stir in the lemon zest. Set aside.

  3. 3

    Preheat the oven to 400 F and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  4. 4

    Place the phyllo dough on a large cutting board or working surface and cut the phyllo to 2.5 inch wide. Cover with a damp towel while you work one 1 triangle.

  5. 5

    Brush one phyllo sheet with the melted butter.

  6. 6

    Place another sheet on it. Add 1 Tablespoon of spinach filling with about 1/2 Tablespoon of feta cheese on the lower corner of the strip then start to fold a triangle up, fold over to another triangle.

  7. 7

    Keep repeating and before the last fold of the triangle, brush with water then fold to seal. Repeat process until no more fillings left.

  8. 8

    Place triangles on the parchment paper on the baking sheet.

  9. 9

    Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.

  10. 10

    Remove and let cool for 5 minutes. Serve immediately with your favorite dip like hummus or a tzatziki sauce.

Notes

Though it’s not the same and will not have the same result puff pastry can replace phyllo. Phyllo is a dried dough and puff pastry is a dough with fat like butter. Other cheese options: mozzarella, ricotta, or gouda Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days in the fridge. How to Freezer: There are 2 ways to freeze spanakopita. You can prepare them in advance and freeze uncooked. Place triangles on a baking paper on a plate or a tray. Place in the freezer and leave for 1 hour. Remove and store in a ziplock bag or airtight container. Same process with already baked triangles but it can lose its crispiness and get moisture inside. Store up to 1 month. Reheating: Reheat in the oven or Air Fryer until warm though. For frozen ones, allow to defrost first then heat the triangles.

Per serving

  • Carbs151 g
  • Protein23 g
  • Fat24 g
  • Fiber6 g