Spanakopita-Inspired Phyllo Rolls with Spinach and Feta

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-30 · Updated 2026-04-30

Crisp phyllo pastry rolls filled with sautéed spinach, tangy feta, and fresh herbs, delivering a handheld taste of Greek tradition. This Mediterranean-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs fresh spinach, olive oil, onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, 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

• 12 oz fresh spinach
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 small, finely chopped onion
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 6 oz crumbled feta cheese
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 8 sheets, thawed phyllo dough sheets
• 4 tbsp melted butter

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Rinse and roughly chop 12 oz fresh spinach. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and sauté 1 small finely chopped onion for 4 minutes until soft.
2. Step 2: Add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, then add the chopped spinach and cook for 5 minutes, stirring often, until wilted and excess moisture evaporates.
3. Step 3: Remove from heat, transfer spinach mixture to a bowl, and stir in 6 oz crumbled feta cheese, 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Let cool slightly.
4. Step 4: Preheat oven to 375°F. Lay one sheet of phyllo dough on a clean surface and brush lightly with 1/2 tbsp melted butter. Layer another sheet on top and brush again with butter.
5. Step 5: Cut the layered phyllo stack into 4 equal strips. Place about 2 tbsp of spinach filling at one end of each strip and roll tightly into tubes.
6. Step 6: Place the rolls seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush the tops with remaining melted butter.
7. Step 7: Bake for 20-25 minutes until the phyllo is golden and crisp. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving warm.