--- title: "Spanakopita" id: "3766" type: "recipe" slug: "spanakopita" published_at: "2026-10-29T04:14:58+00:00" modified_at: "2026-10-29T04:15:48+00:00" url: "https://beestrot.com/recipe/spanakopita/" markdown_url: "https://beestrot.com/recipe/spanakopita.md" excerpt: "Spanakopita" taxonomy_category: - "Appetizers" - "Baking" - "Dairy and Eggs" - "Everyday Meals" - "Greek" - "Leisurely (+ 60 min)" - "Lunch" - "Main Dishes" - "Mediterranean" - "Party and Events" - "Snacks" - "Vegetables and Produce" - "Vegetarian" --- [by Jean Louis](https://beestrot.com/author/jean-louis/) • 📅 Last modified on October 29, 2026 Table of Contents - [• Recipe Overview](#recipe-overview) - [• Recipe Information](#recipe-metadata) - [• Time & Quantities](#recipe-time-quantities) - [• Method & Ingredients](#recipe-method) - [- Ingredients](#ingredients-section) - [- Instructions](#instructions-section) - [• Storage & Make-Ahead](#recipe-storage) - [• Nutritional & Dietary Information](#recipe-nutrition) - [• Serving & Variations](#recipe-serving) - [• Video to Share!](#recipe-video) # Spanakopita Share this recipe! 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Difficulty:★★★☆☆(Medium) Budget: 💰💰 Seasonality: Year-round ### Recipe Information [#](#) **Categories:** [Appetizers](https://beestrot.com/focus/courses/appetizers/) [Baking](https://beestrot.com/focus/cooking-methods/baking/) [Dairy and Eggs](https://beestrot.com/focus/ingredients/dairy-and-eggs/) [Everyday Meals](https://beestrot.com/focus/occasions/everyday-meals/) [Greek](https://beestrot.com/focus/cuisines/greek/) [Leisurely (+ 60 min)](https://beestrot.com/focus/time-to-table/leisurely-60-min/) [Lunch](https://beestrot.com/focus/courses/lunch/) [Main Dishes](https://beestrot.com/focus/courses/main-dishes/) [Mediterranean](https://beestrot.com/focus/cuisines/mediterranean/) [Party and Events](https://beestrot.com/focus/occasions/party-and-events/) [Snacks](https://beestrot.com/focus/courses/snacks/) [Vegetables and Produce](https://beestrot.com/focus/ingredients/vegetables-and-produce/) [Vegetarian](https://beestrot.com/focus/dietary-restrictions/vegetarian/) **Tags:** [Creamy](https://beestrot.com/tags/creamy/) [Crispy](https://beestrot.com/tags/crispy/) [Crowd-Pleaser](https://beestrot.com/tags/crowd-pleaser/) [Hand-Crafted](https://beestrot.com/tags/hand-crafted/) [Herbaceous](https://beestrot.com/tags/herbaceous/) [Make-Ahead](https://beestrot.com/tags/make-ahead/) [Savory](https://beestrot.com/tags/savory/) [Traditional](https://beestrot.com/tags/traditional/) [Vibrant](https://beestrot.com/tags/vibrant/) **Religious Considerations:** Vegetarian; Kosher-friendly (with oil instead of butter) **Recipe Source:** Traditional Greek Recipe Print this Recipe ### Time & Quantities [#](#) **Preparation:** 35 mins **Cooking:** 50 mins **Total:** 85 mins **Serves:** 8 **Preparation-to-Cooking Ratio:** 0.7Equal time spent on preparation and cooking. ### Method & Ingredients [#](#) **Required Equipment:** Large skillet, large baking dish or sheet pan, pastry brush, clean kitchen towel [Walfos Silicone Basting Pastry/Cooking Brush](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08FC5R7P7/?tag=beestrot08-20) [View on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08FC5R7P7/?tag=testtag-20) [Powerful Vacuum Sealer Machine](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08XJW5LHG/?tag=beestrot08-20) [View on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08XJW5LHG/?tag=testtag-20) [BergKoch Splatter Screen for Frying Pan](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GFQFGFQ/?tag=beestrot08-20) [View on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GFQFGFQ/?tag=testtag-20) [Bounty Quick Size Paper Towels](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MHJFRBJ/?tag=beestrot08-20) [View on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MHJFRBJ/?tag=testtag-20) [Lime or Lemon Manual Squeezer](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00164TKA0/?tag=beestrot08-20) [View on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00164TKA0/?tag=testtag-20) [Alpha Grillers Meat Thermometer Digital](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00S93EQUK/?tag=beestrot08-20) [View on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00S93EQUK/?tag=testtag-20) **Cooking Method:** Baking #### Ingredients - 1 lb fresh spinach (or 500g frozen / thawed and squeezed dry) - 400g feta cheese (crumbled) - 3 eggs (beaten) - 1 large onion (finely diced) - 3 spring onions (sliced) - 2 garlic cloves (minced) - 1/2 cup fresh dill (chopped) - 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped) - pinch of nutmeg - black pepper - 12 sheets phyllo dough (thawed if frozen) - 80ml olive oil or melted butter (for brushing) #### Instructions 1. If using fresh spinach, wilt in a dry pan over high heat in batches, then squeeze out every drop of moisture with your hands - and we mean every drop. Wet filling is the enemy of crispy phyllo. 2. Cook onion in olive oil until soft, add spring onions and garlic, cook 2 minutes. Add squeezed spinach and cook until any remaining moisture evaporates completely. Cool to room temperature. 3. Combine cooled spinach mixture with crumbled feta, beaten eggs, dill, parsley, nutmeg, and pepper. Do not add salt - the feta provides all the salt this filling needs. Taste and adjust. 4. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Keep phyllo sheets covered with a damp kitchen towel to prevent drying out - phyllo becomes brittle and useless within minutes of air exposure. 5. Brush your baking dish with oil. Layer 6 phyllo sheets on the bottom, brushing each one with oil or butter before adding the next. Let the edges hang over the sides. 6. Spread filling evenly over the phyllo base. Fold overhanging edges over the filling. Layer remaining 6 sheets on top, brushing each one. Tuck the edges in neatly and score the top into portions with a sharp knife - this prevents the phyllo shattering when you cut it after baking. 7. Bake 45-50 minutes until deep golden and crisp. Cool 15 minutes before cutting. The wait is genuinely worth it. ### Storage & Make-Ahead [#](#) **Storage Advice:** Refrigerate up to 4 days. Reheat in a 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) oven for 15 minutes to restore crispness. Do not microwave - it turns the phyllo limp. **Make-Ahead & Freezing Tips:** Freeze unbaked assembled spanakopita for up to 3 months. Bake directly from frozen at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) adding 15 minutes to the baking time. Cooked spanakopita also freezes well. ### Nutritional & Dietary Information [#](#) **Nutritional Information:** - **Calories:** 285 - **Protein:** 12g - **Fat:** 18g (Saturated: 7g) - **Carbohydrates:** 20g (Fiber: 2g / Sugar: 2g) - **Vitamin A:** 45% DV - **Vitamin C:** 15% DV - **Calcium:** 25% DV - **Iron:** 14% DV **Allergen Information:** Contains gluten (phyllo) / dairy (feta) / eggs. **Dietary Information:** Contains gluten / dairy / and eggs. Vegetarian as written. Not suitable for gluten-free / dairy-free / or vegan diets. ### Serving & Variations [#](#) **Serving Suggestions:** Cut into squares or triangles and serve warm or at room temperature. Works equally well as a mezze plate starter or as a main with a tomato salad alongside. **Wine or Drink Pairing:** A crisp dry Assyrtiko from Santorini - mineral / saline / and high-acid - cuts beautifully through the richness of feta and pastry. A chilled Moschofilero from the Peloponnese offers a more floral and aromatic pairing that complements the dill. **Possible Recipe Variations:** Beestrot Signature: Add a tablespoon of pine nuts lightly toasted in butter to the filling - they add a subtle crunch and richness that makes every bite slightly different in the best possible way. Variations: Tiropita - omit the spinach and use a triple-cheese filling of feta / ricotta / and kasseri for a pure cheese pie. Triangle Spanakopita - cut phyllo into strips and fold individual triangles for a portable party version. Spanakopita Rolls - roll filling in phyllo like a strudel for a dramatic presentation. **Additional Notes:** Squeezing out every drop of moisture from the spinach is the single most important step. A wet filling will steam instead of crisp the phyllo from the inside, producing a soggy base that no Greek grandmother would accept. Share this recipe! 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