Description
Delight in these Spinach & Feta Phyllo Triangles, a perfect snack or appetizer featuring a savory blend of sautéed spinach, tangy feta cheese, and caramelized onions wrapped in crispy, golden phyllo pastry. Baked to perfection in under an hour, these bite-sized triangles offer an irresistible combination of flaky textures and flavorful fillings ideal for parties or light meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Pastry
- 1 package phyllo pastry
- 1 egg, beaten (for brushing)
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature before baking the pastries.
- Sauté onion: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a pan over medium heat, then add the finely chopped onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Cook spinach: Add the chopped fresh spinach to the pan and cook until wilted, stirring frequently to combine with the onions.
- Prepare filling: Remove the pan from heat, then stir in the crumbled feta cheese, salt, and pepper to taste, mixing thoroughly to combine all flavors.
- Cut phyllo: Lay out the phyllo pastry sheets on a clean surface and cut them into strips suitable for folding into triangles, keeping the phyllo covered with a damp towel to prevent drying.
- Add filling: Place a spoonful of the spinach and feta mixture on one end of each phyllo strip, preparing to fold the pastry.
- Fold triangles: Carefully fold the pastry over the filling repeatedly to form neat triangle shapes, sealing the edges as you go to encase the filling.
- Brush with egg: Brush the tops of the formed triangles with the beaten egg to achieve a shiny, golden finish during baking.
- Bake: Arrange the triangles on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until they turn golden brown and crisp.
Notes
- Keep the phyllo pastry covered with a damp cloth while working to prevent it from drying out.
- For a crispier texture, brush each fold with a little melted butter or olive oil before adding the filling.
- These triangles can be served warm or at room temperature.
- You can add herbs like dill or mint to the filling for extra flavor.
- To make ahead, prepare the triangles and freeze them on a baking sheet before transferring to a freezer bag; bake straight from frozen, adding extra baking time.
