Ingredients
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For the Filling:
- 10 oz fresh spinach (or 16 oz frozen spinach, thawed and drained)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup ricotta cheese (optional, for creaminess)
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped (or 1 tsp dried dill)
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- ¼ tsp salt (adjust based on the saltiness of the feta)
- ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
For the Rolls:
- 12 sheets of phyllo dough, thawed
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted (or olive oil for brushing)
- Sesame seeds or nigella seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Prepare the Filling:
- Cook the Spinach: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Wilt the Spinach: Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, stirring frequently. If using frozen spinach, ensure it’s thoroughly thawed and drained before adding it to the skillet.
- Remove Excess Moisture: Transfer the spinach mixture to a colander or clean kitchen towel and press out any excess liquid to prevent a soggy filling.
- Mix the Filling: In a large bowl, combine the spinach mixture, feta cheese, ricotta cheese (if using), dill, beaten egg, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
Assemble the Rolls:
- Prepare the Phyllo Dough: Lay one sheet of phyllo dough on a clean, flat surface. Cover the remaining sheets with a damp kitchen towel to prevent them from drying out.
- Brush with Butter: Lightly brush the phyllo sheet with melted butter. Place another sheet on top and brush again. Repeat until you have a stack of three sheets.
- Add Filling: Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of the spinach filling along one short edge of the phyllo stack, leaving a 1-inch border on each side.
- Roll and Seal: Fold in the sides and roll the phyllo tightly, starting from the edge with the filling. Place the roll seam-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Repeat with the remaining phyllo and filling.
- Brush and Garnish: Brush the tops of the rolls with melted butter and sprinkle with sesame or nigella seeds if desired.
Bake:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Bake: Bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Cool Slightly: Allow the rolls to cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 1g
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g