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Spanakopita Bites

Delicious Spanakopita Bites: A Crunchy Mediterranean Delight

These Spanakopita Bites are a crunchy, vegetarian appetizer filled with spinach and feta, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 24 bites
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shells
  • 24 pieces Athens Mini Fillo Shells You can also use homemade pastry cups if preferred.
For the Filling
  • 9 cups Chopped Baby Spinach Frozen spinach works well too, just drain it.
  • 0.5 medium Minced Onion Shallots can be substituted.
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Garlic powder can be used if needed.
  • Salt Tailor to your taste.
  • Pepper Tailor to your taste.
  • 2 tbsp Butter Olive oil is a dairy-free alternative.
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil Can replace with more butter or favorite cooking oil.
For Binding & Flavor
  • 2 Eggs Best not to substitute.
  • 0.5 cup Feta Cheese Crumbles Goat cheese is a good alternative.
  • 0.33 cup Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast can substitute for a vegan version.
  • 0.25 cup Chopped Dill Can swap with parsley or omit.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Sauté aromatics by heating a skillet and adding 2 tablespoons of butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add minced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
  2. Stir in minced garlic and 9 cups of chopped baby spinach, cooking for an additional 5 minutes until spinach wilts and liquid evaporates. Transfer to a plate to cool.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together 2 eggs, ½ cup of crumbled feta, ⅓ cup of grated Parmesan, and ¼ cup of chopped dill.
  4. Fold the cooled spinach mixture into the egg mixture until combined.
  5. Spoon the filling into the Athens Mini Fillo Shells, filling each cup generously.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake filled shells for 15 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a serving platter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 25IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 8mg

Notes

These bites are best enjoyed warm for optimal flavor and texture.

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