Phyllo Dough Spinach Pie

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Ingredients

  • 16 sheets phyllo dough
  • 10 ounces frozen chopped spinach, thawed
  • 12 ounces low fat cottage cheese
  • 8 ounces light cream cheese
  • 4 ounces crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried dill weed
  • 2 scallions (green onions)
  • 1 medium sized onion
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Before starting make sure to read the thawing and handleing tips on the fillo dough package that you purchased.
  2. Chop onions and thinkly slice scallions. Then saute in vegetable oil at medium heat until tender and golden.
  3. Drain spinach and squeeze dry.
  4. Thoroughly mix onions, spinach, cheeses, dill, pepper and egg in a large bowl.
  5. Melt butter.
  6. Brush bottom and sides of a 13" x 9" x 2" baking pan with butter.
  7. Using 8 fillo sheets build a stack in the bottom of the baking pan by brushing the top of the fillo sheets with butter.
  8. Spread spinach and cheese mixture evenly over the fillo in the baking pan.
  9. Cover mixture using the other 8 sheets of fillo in the same manner used to create the base.
  10. Thoroughly butter the top layer, especially the edges.
  11. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown in 375 degree preheated oven.
  12. Let stand for 10 minutes for easier serving. Cut into squares or triangles using sharp knife.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

838 kcal 42% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 17.1g 34% DV
Total Fat 59.8g 77% DV
Carbs 65.3g 24% DV
Fiber 9.1g 32% DV
Sugar 3.7g 7% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 944.3mg 41% DV
Potassium 898.5mg 19% DV
Cholesterol 202mg 67% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 553.3mcg 61% DV
Vitamin C 29.8mg 33% DV
Vitamin D 0.3mcg 1% DV
Calcium 432.3mg 33% DV
Iron 6.9mg 38% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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