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Spanakopita (Greek Spinach Pie): A Taste of Greece at Your Table

Spanakopita is a flaky Greek spinach pie filled with a savory mixture of spinach, feta, eggs, and fresh herbs, all encased in golden phyllo dough. Whether served as a snack, side dish, or main course, it’s a versatile and crowd-pleasing dish with bold Mediterranean flavors.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Greek
Servings 8
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • Olive oil: 2 tablespoons for sautéing onions
  • Onion: 1 cup finely chopped
  • Spinach: 2 lbs fresh or 15 oz frozen squeeze out excess water if using frozen
  • Dill: ¼ cup chopped fresh
  • Eggs: 4 large to bind the filling
  • Feta cheese: 8 oz crumbled
  • Parmesan cheese: 2 tablespoons grated
  • Kosher salt: ¾ teaspoon
  • Unsalted butter: 8 tablespoons melted (plus extra for greasing the pan)
  • Phyllo dough: 1 lb thawed and softened

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Phyllo Dough: Thaw phyllo dough according to the package instructions. Once thawed, set it at room temperature for about an hour.
  • Sauté the Onion: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook for 5 minutes until softened. Remove from heat.
  • Prepare the Spinach Filling: For fresh spinach, wash and chop it, then sauté in a dry skillet to remove excess moisture. If using frozen spinach, squeeze out all the water. Combine spinach, sautéed onions, dill, eggs, feta, Parmesan, and salt in a mixing bowl. Stir until fully combined.
  • Grease the Pan: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with melted butter.
  • Layer the Phyllo Dough: Unroll the phyllo dough and cover it with a damp towel to prevent drying. Lay one sheet in the baking dish and brush with melted butter. Repeat this process with 7 more sheets.
  • Add the Filling: Spread the spinach and feta mixture evenly over the phyllo layers.
  • Top with More Phyllo Layers: Add another 8 sheets of phyllo dough on top, brushing each with butter. Tuck the edges in for a neat finish.
  • Score the Pastry: Use a sharp knife to lightly score the top layers of phyllo into squares or triangles for easy slicing after baking.
  • Bake the Spanakopita: Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until the phyllo is golden brown and crispy.
  • Cool and Serve: Allow the pie to cool slightly, then slice along the scored lines. Serve warm or at room temperature with tzatziki or a fresh Greek salad.

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcal
Keyword feta and spinach pie
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