Description
This recipe for Savory Spinach and Feta Stuffed Puff Pastry combines the earthy flavors of spinach and tangy feta cheese in a flaky, golden puff pastry shell. Perfect as an appetizer or light meal, these pastries are easy to make and full of delicious Mediterranean-inspired ingredients.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
- 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Spinach Filling:
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon dried dill
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Sauté onions and garlic: In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the onion in olive oil until soft. Add garlic and cook briefly.
- Add spinach and seasonings: Stir in spinach and cook until wilted. Season with salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, dill, and oregano.
- Prepare the filling: Let the mixture cool slightly, then stir in feta and Parmesan cheeses.
- Assemble pastries: Roll out puff pastry, cut into squares, spoon spinach mixture onto each square, fold, and seal edges.
- Bake: Brush pastries with egg wash, bake for 18–20 minutes until golden and puffed.
- Serve: Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute frozen spinach (thawed and well-drained) for fresh spinach.
- Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes or olives for extra flavor.
