Here’s a flavorful and flaky Spinach Stuffed Pastry recipe — perfect as a snack, appetizer, or light meal! You can make them in triangles, pockets, or roll-ups, using puff pastry or phyllo dough. These are great served warm with yogurt or a dipping sauce.
🥬 Spinach Stuffed Pastry
🥟 Flaky • Savory • Mediterranean-inspired
⏱️ Time: 30–40 minutes
🍽️ Makes: 8–10 pastries
📝 Ingredients
For the Filling:
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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6 oz (about 1/2 bunch) fresh spinach, chopped
(or 1 cup frozen spinach, thawed & squeezed dry) -
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
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1/4 cup grated mozzarella or ricotta (optional for creaminess)
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Pinch of nutmeg (optional)
For the Pastry:
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1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
(or 8–10 sheets of phyllo dough + melted butter/oil for brushing) -
1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Prepare the Filling
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Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
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Sauté onion until soft, 3–4 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
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Add chopped spinach and cook until wilted (or warmed through if using frozen).
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Remove from heat, let cool slightly, then stir in feta, mozzarella/ricotta, and seasonings.
2. Assemble the Pastries
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For puff pastry:
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Roll out the sheet slightly and cut into 4″ or 5″ squares.
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Place 1–2 tbsp of filling in the center of each. Fold into triangles or rectangles.
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Press edges with a fork to seal.
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For phyllo dough:
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Lay out 2–3 sheets, brushing each with melted butter/oil.
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Cut into strips or squares, add filling, and fold into triangles like spanakopita.
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3. Bake
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Place pastries on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
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Brush tops with beaten egg for golden color.
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Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown.
🥣 Serving Ideas
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Serve warm with Greek yogurt, tzatziki, or a spicy tomato dip.
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Great for breakfast, lunch boxes, or party platters.
✅ Variations
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Add cooked mushrooms or sun-dried tomatoes to the filling.
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Use goat cheese instead of feta for a tangier flavor.
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Try a blend of spinach + kale or Swiss chard.