MINI SPANAKOPITA (GREEK SPINACH PIES)

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This is from Cooking Light. I haven't tried it yet, but it looks really good and hopefully is a good substitute for the higher calorie version.

Provided by nsomniak6

Categories     Spinach

Time 50m

Yield 20 pies, 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 (10 ounce) package fresh spinach, coarsely chopped
1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled (about 1 1/2 ounces)
1/4 cup 1% fat cottage cheese
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 1/2 cups green onions, chopped
1 1/2 tablespoons dried dill
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 large egg whites, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 large egg white
5 sheets frozen phyllo dough, thawed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • To prepare filling, place spinach in a large skillet or Dutch oven. Place over medium heat; cook until spinach wilts. Place the spinach mixture in a colander, pressing until barely moist. Combine the spinach and cheeses in a bowl; set aside.
  • Heat 2 teaspoons olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the green onions; sauté for 2 minutes or until soft. Stir the green onions and the next 5 ingredients (green onions through 2 egg whites) into spinach mixture.
  • Combine 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1 egg white in a small bowl, stirring with a whisk. Working with 1 phyllo sheet at a time, cut each sheet lengthwise into 4 (3 1/2-inch-wide) strips; lightly brush phyllo sheet with egg mixture (cover the remaining phyllo dough to keep it from drying). Spoon about 1 tablespoon spinach mixture onto one end of each strip. Fold one corner of the opposite end over mixture, forming a triangle; keep folding back and forth into a triangle to the end of strip.
  • Place triangles, seam sides down, on a baking sheet. Bake at 350 degrees F for 20 minutes or until golden.

Brit Montgomery
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I made these pies for my family and they loved them! The filling was so creamy and flavorful, and the filo pastry was perfectly crispy.


elizabeth delaney
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These mini spanakopita were the perfect appetizer for my potluck. They were easy to make and they were a big hit with everyone.


Mustafa Tigers
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I'm not a fan of spanakopita, but I really enjoyed these pies. The filling was so flavorful and the filo pastry was perfectly crispy.


Craig Floyd
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These mini spanakopita were a great way to use up some leftover spinach. They were easy to make and they tasted delicious.


damarys damiron
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I love this recipe! The pies are so flaky and the filling is so creamy. I highly recommend trying this recipe.


Elias Segeron
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. These mini spanakopita are the perfect party food. They're easy to make and they're always a hit.


Timzenn
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These pies were so delicious and easy to make. I followed the recipe exactly and they turned out perfect.


Mohammed Arif
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making these mini spanakopita again and again.


Jose Salas
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I made these pies for my family and they loved them! The filling was so creamy and flavorful, and the filo pastry was perfectly crispy.


Autumn Moreland
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These mini spanakopita were the perfect appetizer for my dinner party. They were easy to make and they looked so elegant.


MacGyver Godfrey
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I've never made spanakopita before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. The pies turned out great and they were so delicious.


Dahlia Tavarez
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I'm not a huge fan of spinach, but I loved these pies! The cheese and filo pastry really balanced out the flavor of the spinach.


Top Eleven 2021 - Tips and Tricks
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These mini spanakopita were perfect for my party. They were easy to make ahead of time and they were a big hit with my guests.


Franny Parlow
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a winner. The pies are so flaky and the filling is so creamy and flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe!


Richard onyenka
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This is my new favorite spanakopita recipe! The pies are so delicious and flavorful. I love that they're also easy to make.


md Rakib mall
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I made these for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them. I will definitely be making them again.


Trending Gaming
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These mini spanakopita were a delightful surprise! The combination of spinach, cheese, and filo pastry was perfect, and the pies were so easy to make. I'll definitely be making these again.