No Crust Spanikopita

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2
Healthy and easy-to-make No Crust Spanikopita recipe
in Vegetarian

Prep

10 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

40 ounces frozen chopped spinach
6 ounces fat free feta cheese
1 1/4 cups Egg Beaters egg substitute
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon fat-free parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
2 tablespoons parsley
12 ounces baby portabella mushrooms
1 medium onion , sweet

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
155
Sugar
4g
Fat
7g
No Crust Spanikopita is a healthy makeover of the classic Greek pie without the phyllo dough layer. This recipe replaces the crust with spinach mixture and indulges in the feta cheese and Greek seasoning flavors. The dish is made with easily accessible ingredients, requires minimal preparation, and doesn't need dough preparation. The filling is delicious, creamy, and full of flavor, which makes it an excellent appetizer or a main course for a quick and healthy dinner.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.Thaw and drain spinach
3.Cook onions and mushrooms over medium heat until onions are translucent, then add spinach and cook for 2 minutes until the mixture is dry.
4.In a mixing bowl, combine the feta cheese, egg substitute, black pepper, nutmeg, and parsley. Then add the spinach mixture, and stir until properly combined.
5.Pour the mixture into an 8" square baking dish and sprinkle with parmesan cheese.
6.Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the center of the spanikopita is firm.

PROS

This No Crust Spanikopita is a healthy and savory dish that is low in calories and high in protein.

It’s a perfect meal for vegetarian and gluten-free diets.

CONS

The spinach can sometimes taste bland if not properly seasoned.

Baking time may vary depending on the oven and the size of the dish used.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Spinach is a nutrient-dense vegetable that’s a rich source of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin A, vitamin C, iron, and potassium. It is low in calories and carbohydrates but high in fiber and protein. Additionally, the feta cheese and egg substitute are low in calories and fat.

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