Spanakopita With Greek Salad Recipe
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Ingredients
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Spanakopita
Greek Salad
Method
Spanakopita
- 1
Prepare the Filling
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions and minced garlic, sautéing until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 2
Add Spinach
Stir in the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- 3
Mix the Cheese
In a large bowl, combine the wilted spinach mixture with feta, ricotta, egg, salt, black pepper, dill, and nutmeg. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
- 4
- 5
Fill and Fold
Place a portion of the spinach filling along one edge of the phyllo, then fold the dough over the filling. Fold the sides in and roll it up tightly. Repeat with remaining phyllo and filling.
- 6
Bake
Arrange the rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops with olive oil and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
Greek Salad
- 7
- 8
Combine Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the diced cucumbers, tomatoes, and sliced onion.
- 9
Add Olives and Feta
Add the kalamata olives and crumbled feta cheese to the vegetable mix.
- 10
Dress the Salad
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- 11
Serve
Let the salad sit for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld, then serve alongside the warm spanakopita.
