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Spinach and Feta Pie – Spiral Spanakopita

This Spinach and Feta Pie shaped as a spiral is crisp, light and incredibly delicious! A ruffled phyllo spanakopita (spanakopita soufra) that can be served warm or cold – perfect for sharing. You will need about half a cup (50g) of chopped herbs in total.

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
1 hr 10 mins
Servings: 10 -12 slices
Calories: 339 kcal
Course: Baked Goods
Cuisine: Greek

Ingredients

  • 1 lb (450g) fresh spinach , finely chopped
  • a few turns of the salt mill
  • 1 bunch spring onions , finely chopped
  • 1 bunch flat leaf parsley
  • 1 small bunch fresh dill , finely chopped
  • 1 Handful fresh mint leaves , finely chopped
  • 1 lemon , zest only
  • 14 oz (400g) feta cheese, crumbled
  • a few turns of the pepper mill
  • 13 oz (375g) phyllo pastry, approx. 18-20 sheets
  • ½ cup (120ml) light olive oil, melted butter or ghee or as needed
  • 3 tbsp sesame seeds , to sprinkle

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 200°C. Line a large round dish with baking paper or a reusable liner.
  2. Finely chop the spinach and place in a colander set over a bowl. Sprinkle it with salt and toss to combine.
  3. Leave the spinach for about ten minutes while you finely chop the spring onions and herbs. Squeeze the spinach using your hands, in batches, to get rid of excess liquid.
  4. Place the spinach in a bowl, add the spring onions, herbs, lemon zest and feta cheese. Add pepper and toss to combine.
  5. Lay one sheet of filo pastry on your worktop, with the long side facing you. Brush with oil or melted butter and cover with a second sheet of pastry.
  6. Scatter a few spoonfuls of the spinach filling over the filo. Top with a third sheet of filo and lightly press down with your hands. Brush with oil.
  7. Fold the pastry into a concertina starting with the edge closest to you. Gently coil the filo into a spiral shape and place in the middle of the prepared dish.
  8. Repeat with the remaining pastry and spinach filling, wrapping each piece around the centre coil to form a large spiral.
  9. Brush with oil and sprinkle with the sesame seeds. Bake in the middle of the oven for about 50 minutes or until golden and crisp.
  10. Lift the pie out of the baking dish (otherwise condensation might make the pastry lose some of its crispness). Cool slightly before slicing.

Nutrition Information

Calories 339kcal (17%) Carbohydrates 24g (8%) Protein 10g (20%) Fat 23g (35%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 11g Cholesterol 35mg (12%) Sodium 667mg (28%) Potassium 336mg (10%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 4456IU (89%) Vitamin C 19mg (21%) Calcium 272mg (27%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 10-12 slices

Amount Per Serving

Calories 339

% Daily Value*

Calories 339kcal 17%
Carbohydrates 24g 8%
Protein 10g 20%
Fat 23g 35%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 11g 55%
Cholesterol 35mg 12%
Sodium 667mg 28%
Potassium 336mg 7%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 4456IU 89%
Vitamin C 19mg 21%
Calcium 272mg 27%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.