Description
Homemade spinach feta delight brings Mediterranean flavors to your kitchen with minimal effort. Fresh ingredients and simple techniques create a delectable dish that connects cooking enthusiasts with classic Greek culinary traditions.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 250 grams fresh spinach, finely chopped and stems removed
- 100 grams crumbled feta cheese
- 50 grams feta cheese, roughly crumbled
- 2 large eggs
- 150 grams plain flour
Dairy and Cheese Ingredients:
- 200 grams thick Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons grated Gruyere or Kefalotyri cheese
Herbs, Seasonings, and Oils:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
- 2 small spring onions, minced (green parts too)
- 1 tablespoon chopped dill
Liquid:
- 125 milliliters water
Instructions
- Create a velvety batter by whisking yogurt until smooth, then incorporate eggs, oil, and water. Gradually fold in salt and flour, ensuring a fluid consistency. Gently mix in crumbled feta to distribute evenly throughout the mixture.
- Thoroughly rinse and drain spinach, then finely chop. In a mixing bowl, combine spinach with spring onions, parsley, and dill. Season with salt and pepper, then drizzle olive oil and toss until ingredients are well-integrated.
- Preheat oven to 190°C and generously coat a 28 cm round pan with olive oil. Pour half the batter, spreading uniformly across the bottom. Layer the prepared spinach mixture evenly, then sprinkle additional feta on top.
- Dilute remaining batter with a small amount of water to achieve a pourable consistency. Carefully pour over the spinach layer, ensuring complete coverage. Generously dust with grated Gruyere or Kefalotyri cheese.
- Finish by drizzling olive oil across the surface. Bake for 70 minutes, watching for a golden-brown top and firm center. Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Choose fresh, crisp spinach for maximum flavor and nutritional boost.
- Squeeze out excess moisture from spinach to prevent a soggy pie texture.
- Experiment with different herbs like mint or oregano for unique taste variations.
- Consider using gluten-free flour for a celiac-friendly version of this savory pie.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 398
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 529 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 31 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 106 mg