Sweet Goat Cheese and Spinach Stuffed Phyllo Triangles
Flaky phyllo pastry pockets filled with creamy goat cheese and sautéed spinach, lightly sweetened for a delicate kid-friendly appetizer. This mediterranean-inspired vegetarian (vegetarian) ready in about 38 minutes pairs fresh spinach leaves, olive oil, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 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
- 5 oz fresh spinach leaves
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 6 oz goat cheese
- 1 tbsp honey
- 8 sheets phyllo dough sheets
- 4 tbsp melted unsalted butter
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 2: Add 5 oz fresh spinach leaves and cook, stirring frequently, until wilted and most moisture evaporates, about 3-4 minutes. Season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Step 3: In a bowl, combine the sautéed spinach with 6 oz goat cheese and 1 tbsp honey, mixing gently until creamy and evenly blended.
- Step 4: Preheat oven to 375°F. Lay out one sheet of phyllo dough and brush it lightly with 1/2 tbsp melted unsalted butter. Place a second sheet on top and brush again.
- Step 5: Cut the layered phyllo sheets into 3-inch wide strips. Place about 1 tbsp of the goat cheese and spinach filling at one end of each strip.
- Step 6: Fold the phyllo strip over the filling diagonally to form a triangle, continuing to fold the triangle along the strip until fully enclosed.
- Step 7: Place each triangle seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush the tops with the remaining melted butter.
- Step 8: Bake for 15-18 minutes until the phyllo is golden and crisp. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sweet Goat Cheese and Spinach 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 Sweet Goat Cheese and Spinach 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 fresh spinach leaves from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sweet Goat Cheese and Spinach 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 Sweet Goat Cheese and Spinach Stuffed Phyllo Triangles for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Sweet Goat Cheese and Spinach 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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