Half-Baked Spinach and Feta Stuffed Phyllo Triangles
Delicate phyllo triangles filled halfway with a savory blend of spinach, feta, and herbs, baked to a golden finish. This mediterranean-inspired vegetarian (vegetarian) ready in about 38 minutes pairs frozen spinach, thawed and drained, feta cheese, crumbled, sheets phyllo dough sheets for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 110 calories and feeds 12, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 10 oz frozen spinach, thawed and drained
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 8 sheets phyllo dough sheets
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 3 green onions, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp lemon zest
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. In a medium bowl, combine 10 oz thawed and drained frozen spinach, 1 cup crumbled feta cheese, 3 finely chopped green onions, 2 tbsp fresh chopped dill, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp lemon zest. Mix thoroughly.
- Step 2: Lay 1 sheet of phyllo dough on a clean surface and brush evenly with 1 tbsp olive oil. Place a second sheet on top and brush with another 1 tbsp olive oil. Cut the layered sheets into 3-inch wide strips.
- Step 3: Place about 2 tbsp of the spinach-feta filling at the bottom corner of each strip. Fold phyllo over the filling diagonally to form a triangle. Continue folding the triangle along the strip until fully enclosed.
- Step 4: Place triangles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, brush tops with remaining 1 tbsp olive oil. Bake at 375°F for 15-18 minutes until phyllo is golden and crisp.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Half-Baked Spinach and Feta Stuffed Phyllo Triangles take to make?
Total time is about 38 minutes (20 min prep + 18 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Half-Baked Spinach and Feta Stuffed Phyllo Triangles?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep feta cheese, crumbled from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Half-Baked Spinach and Feta Stuffed Phyllo Triangles?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Half-Baked Spinach and Feta Stuffed Phyllo Triangles for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 12 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 12). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Half-Baked Spinach and Feta Stuffed Phyllo Triangles vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
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