Filo (or phyllo) pastry is a delicate, paper-thin dough that is widely used in Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and Balkan cuisines. It is known for its crispy, flaky texture when baked, making it perfect for both sweet and savory dishes. This recipe is inspired by the classic Greek Spanakopita, a spinach and feta pie, but in a convenient triangle shape—great as an appetizer or snack!
Origin of the Recipe
Filo pastry originates from the Ottoman Empire and has been a staple in cuisines across Greece, Turkey, and the Middle East for centuries. This particular recipe is heavily inspired by Greek Spanakopita, which is a savory pastry filled with spinach, feta cheese, and herbs, all wrapped in layers of thin, flaky filo.
What I Love About This Recipe
I love how crispy and golden these filo triangles turn out! The combination of creamy feta, earthy spinach, and aromatic herbs inside the delicate, crunchy filo layers is simply irresistible. Plus, they are easy to make, fun to eat, and perfect for parties.
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Crispy Spinach and Feta Filo Triangles
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kcalIngredients
10 sheets of filo pastry
2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
½ cup ricotta cheese (optional, for extra creaminess)
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
1 egg, beaten (for binding)
¼ cup melted butter (or olive oil, for brushing)
Directions
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté the onion and garlic until soft.
- Add chopped spinach and cook until wilted. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a bowl, combine spinach mixture, feta, ricotta (if using), salt, pepper, oregano, and nutmeg.
- Stir in the beaten egg and mix well.
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Lay out one filo sheet on a clean surface and brush lightly with melted butter.
- Place another filo sheet on top and brush again. Repeat until you have two layers per triangle.
- Cut the stacked filo sheets into 3-inch wide strips.
- Place 1 tablespoon of filling at one end of each strip.
- Fold over into a triangle shape (like folding a flag) until you reach the end.
- Brush the top with more melted butter to help it crisp up.
- Place on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- Let cool slightly before serving. These are delicious on their own or with a tzatziki dip.
Notes
- Add More Flavor: Try adding chopped fresh dill or mint to the filling for extra freshness.
- Make It Vegan: Replace feta with crumbled tofu and use a flax egg instead of a regular egg. Brush with olive oil instead of butter.
