Skillet Sautéed Greek Spinach and Feta Pie Filling

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-21 · Updated 2026-06-21

A savory filling of spinach, onions, and feta cheese, lightly sautéed to create a rich base perfect for spanakopita or stuffed pastries. This Greek-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, layers fresh spinach leaves, olive oil, yellow onion into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 4, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. 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 fresh spinach leaves
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium, finely chopped yellow onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 4 oz crumbled feta cheese
• 1 tbsp fresh chopped dill
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/8 tsp freshly grated nutmeg

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add 1 medium finely chopped yellow onion and sauté for 5 minutes until soft and translucent.
2. Step 2: Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant without browning.
3. Step 3: Add 10 oz fresh spinach leaves in batches, stirring until wilted and reduced in volume, about 4-5 minutes total.
4. Step 4: Remove from heat and transfer spinach mixture to a colander to drain excess moisture for 5 minutes.
5. Step 5: In a bowl, combine the drained spinach mixture, 4 oz crumbled feta cheese, 1 tbsp fresh chopped dill, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1/8 tsp freshly grated nutmeg. Mix gently until evenly distributed.