Welcome to the realm of culinary delights, where flavors dance and taste buds rejoice! Prepare to embark on a delectable journey as we unveil the secrets behind Spinach Cheese Triangles, a tantalizing appetizer or snack that will leave you craving more. These bite-sized wonders are crafted with a harmonious blend of fresh spinach, creamy cheese, and a touch of herbs, enveloped in a golden brown pastry that shatters with each bite. Our comprehensive guide will take you through three enticing variations of this classic recipe: the Traditional Spinach Cheese Triangles, the Sun-Dried Tomato and Spinach Triangles, and the Feta and Spinach Triangles. Each variation offers a unique flavor profile, ensuring that there's something to satisfy every palate. Whether you're hosting a party, seeking a quick and easy snack, or simply craving a delightful treat, these Spinach Cheese Triangles will undoubtedly hit the spot. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on this culinary adventure together!
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
SPINACH CHEESE TRIANGLES
Filled with three kinds of cheese and lots of spinach, these light little bites pack a delectable punch. They may look fussy, but these starters come together quickly. -Sherri Melotik, Oak Creek, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 1h10m
Yield 4 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°. In a large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender. Add spinach; cook and stir 3-4 minutes longer or until liquid is evaporated. Transfer to a bowl; cool slightly. Stir in cheeses, eggs, bread crumbs, salt and pepper., Place one sheet of phyllo dough on a work surface; spritz with cooking spray. (Keep remaining phyllo covered with plastic wrap and a damp towel to prevent it from drying out.) Cut sheet crosswise into four 9x3-1/2-in. strips., Place 1 tablespoon filling on one end of each strip. Fold dough over filling, forming a triangle. Fold triangle over, forming another triangle. Continue folding, like a flag, until you reach the end of the strip. Spritz end of dough with cooking spray and press onto triangle to seal. Turn triangle and spritz top with cooking spray. Repeat with remaining phyllo and filling., Place triangles on baking sheets coated with cooking spray. Bake 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Freeze option: Freeze unbaked triangles in freezer containers, separating layers with waxed paper. To use, bake triangles as directed, increasing time as necessary to cook through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 30 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 71mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.
SPINACH AND THREE CHEESE TRIANGLES
Little spinach-cheese triangles are probably among the most familiar Greek party foods. This recipe is enriched with several kinds of cheese and fresh herbs. The triangles may also be fried. Seal the seam of each triangle closed by brushing with a little water. Heat 2 inches of olive or other vegetable oil in a large skillet and fry the triangles a few at a time. Remove when golden, drain on paper towels, and serve.
Provided by Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 45m
Yield about 36 triangles
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil in a large heavy skillet over medium heat and saute the spinach and herbs for a few minutes until all their liquid has cooked off. Season with salt and pepper. Pour in the ouzo and as soon as it boils off, remove the mixture from the heat. Set aside to cool a little.
- Combine the spinach and herb mixture with the cheeses in a large bowl. Add the egg and the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Brush a sheet pan with oil, then line it with parchment paper. Place the phyllo vertically in front of your on your work surface. Using a sharp knife, cut lengthwise into 4 equal columns. Stack and cover with a dry kitchen towel and immediately on top of that place a damp kitchen towel.
- Remove the first phyllo sheet and place it vertically in front of you. Brush lightly with olive oil. Place another sheet on top and brush that lightly, too. Place a teaspoon of the filling on the bottom right-hand corner of the phyllo and fold up like a flag in order to form a small triangle. Place on the baking sheet seam side down. Cover with a kitchen towel as you continue with the remaining filling and phyllo. Brush all the triangles with olive oil. Bake for about 15 minutes, or until the triangles are lightly golden and puffy. Remove and serve.
SPINACH-CHEESE TRIANGLES
Make and share this Spinach-Cheese Triangles recipe from Food.com.
Provided by tomsawyer
Categories Spinach
Time 35m
Yield 15 triangles, 15 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In skillet over medium-high heat, heat 1 tablespoon margarine.
- Add onion and cook until tender.
- Add spinach and cook 4 minutes or until liquid evaporates.
- Remove from heat.
- Stir in feta cheese, cream cheese, egg and garlic powder.
- In cup melt remaining margarine.
- Unfold dough.
- Remove 2 dough sheets leaving the remaining covered.
- Brush with margarine.
- Repeat with 4 more dough sheets stacking each on top of the previous sheet.
- Repeat with remaining sheet making three stacks in all.
- Cut each stack crosswise into 5 (about three inch) strips.
- Place about 2 tablespoons spinach mixture at the end of each strip.
- Fold each corner of strip over spinach mixture to form a triangle.
- Fold triangle over toward strip.
- Continue folding until the entire strip is folded into a triangle.
- Place on greased baking sheet.
- Brush with margarine.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until golden.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.2, Fat 10.9, SaturatedFat 4.7, Cholesterol 32.9, Sodium 371, Carbohydrate 14.7, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 1.4, Protein 5.5
SPINACH CHEESE TRIANGLES
Steps:
- 1. to chop onions in food processor, peel and quarter onion; place in bowl. Pulse 4 to 7 times until onion is finely chopped. Scrape bowl once during chopping. Chop enough onion to measure 1/2 cup. Drain onions, if needed. Set aside 2. to finely chop paresley, place parsley in 1 cup measuring cup. Snip enough parsley with kitchen scissors to measure 1/2 cup. Set aside 3.to drain spinach, place spinach 1 package at a time, in bottom of pie plate. Place another pie plate on top; over sink squeeze plates together and tilt slightly to press excess liquid from spinach. Set spinach aside 4. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. 5. Heat oil over medium high heat in small skillet. Add onion; cook and stir until translucent and golden. 6. Beat eggs in large bowl with electric mixer at medium high speed until light and lemon colored. 7. Stir in onion with oil, feta cheese, parsley, oregano and spinach. Season with nutmet, salt and pepper. 8. Remove phyllo from package; unroll and place on large sheet of waxed paper. Fold phyllo crosswise into thirds. Use scissors to cut along folds into thirds. 9. Cover phyllo with lare sheet of plastic wrap and damp, clean kitchen towel. 10. Lay 1 stip of phyllo at a time on flat surface and brush immediately with melted butter. Fold strip in half lengthwise. Brush with butter agian. Place rounded teaspoonful of spinach fillin on 1 end of strip; fold over 1 corner to make triangle. 11. Continue folding end to end, as you would fold a flag, keeping edges straight. 12. Brush top with butter. Repeat process until all filling is used. 13. Place triangles in a single layer, seam side down, on ungreased jelly roll pan. Bake 20 minutes or until lightly browned. Serve warm.
Tips:
- For the best results, use fresh spinach. If using frozen spinach, thaw and squeeze out all excess water before using.
- Use a sharp knife to finely chop the spinach. This will help to ensure that the spinach is evenly distributed throughout the triangles.
- Be sure to use a good quality feta cheese. This will make a big difference in the flavor of the triangles.
- If you don't have any phyllo dough, you can use puff pastry instead. Just be sure to roll it out very thinly before using.
- Bake the triangles until they are golden brown and crispy. This will help to ensure that they are cooked through.
- Serve the triangles warm or at room temperature. They are also delicious when served with a dipping sauce, such as tzatziki sauce or marinara sauce.
Conclusion:
Spinach cheese triangles are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. They are also a great way to use up leftover spinach and feta cheese. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and impressive dish that your guests will love. So next time you're looking for an easy and delicious appetizer, give these spinach cheese triangles a try!
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