🥬🧀 Spanakopita – Crispy Greek Spinach Pie Everyone Loves!

Golden, flaky layers of delicate phyllo dough wrapped around a rich, savory spinach and cheese filling… Spanakopita is one of those dishes that feels both comforting and elegant at the same time. 😍 Whether served as an appetizer, side dish, or light main course, it brings a taste of the Mediterranean straight to your table with every crispy bite.

This classic Greek recipe is all about balance—fresh herbs, creamy feta, and tender spinach baked inside perfectly crisp layers. It’s easier to make than it looks, and the results are absolutely worth it!

🛒 Ingredients (Spinach Filling)

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3–4 green onions, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 lb (450g) fresh spinach, chopped (or 10 oz frozen, thawed & drained)
• ¼ cup fresh dill, chopped (or 1 tbsp dried)
• ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
• ¼ tsp nutmeg (optional)
• Salt & pepper to taste
• 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
• 1½ cups crumbled feta cheese 🧀
• ½ cup ricotta or cottage cheese (optional)

🥐 For the Phyllo Crust

• 1 package phyllo dough (thawed)
• ½ cup melted butter or olive oil

👨‍🍳 Instructions

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