Description
These Spinach & Feta Parcels are flaky pastry filled with a tangy mixture of spinach and feta, perfect for quick meals or entertaining.
Ingredients
- 10–12 oz (300–350 g) fresh spinach (or well-drained frozen spinach)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small shallot, chopped
- 6 oz (170 g) crumbled feta
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp chopped dill or parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 sheet puff pastry
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Sauté spinach with olive oil and shallot until wilted, then cool and squeeze dry.
- Mix in feta, egg, lemon juice, herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Cut the puff pastry into squares and place a tablespoon of filling in each.
- Brush edges with beaten egg, fold, and seal the parcels.
- Bake on a parchment-lined sheet at 400°F (200°C) for 18–25 minutes until golden.
Notes
Make-ahead friendly: assemble and refrigerate before baking. Ensure the filling is cool and moisture is removed for crisp pastry.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean