Spanakopita Sandwich

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 0
Delicious Spanakopita Sandwich for Lunch
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Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

16 ounces frozen spinach , thawed and squeezed dry
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup onion , diced
1 egg , lightly beaten
2 tablespoons fresh dill , minced
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 cup feta , crumbled
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 dash cayenne pepper
5 ciabatta buns , focaccia sliced
2 large tomatoes
spinach leaves
3 tablespoons feta , crumbled
2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
1/4 teaspoon italian seasoning
1 dash black pepper
3/4 teaspoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon cucumber , thinly cut

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
5
Calories
456
Sugar
5g
Fat
17g
Spanakopita, also known as Greek spinach pie, is a Mediterranean dish that's made of phyllo dough and a mixture of spinach, feta cheese, and seasoning. The recipe has been modified to make an easy-to-make sandwich that's great for those on-the-go. A thick layer of the spinach and feta mixture is sandwiched between a toasted focaccia and served with sliced tomatoes, spinach leaves, and Greek yogurt sauce. Not only is this sandwich filling and healthy, but it is also full of flavor. The recipe is perfect for vegetarians and those who want to change up their usual lunch options.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3.Add thawed spinach to the skillet and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.
4.Remove skillet from heat and stir in the egg, fresh dill, lemon juice, feta, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
5.Cut ciabatta buns horizontally and fill each bun with spinach leaves, sliced tomato, and the spinach mixture. Sprinkle with crumbled feta.
6.Cover each sandwich with the top of the bun and toast in the oven for 7-10 minutes until cheese is melted and bread is crispy.

PROS

This sandwich is a great way to incorporate vegetables into your lunch.
It’s also vegetarian-friendly and a good source of protein from the feta cheese.

The combination of spinach and feta is one of the tastiest, Mediterranean flavor combinations out there.

CONS

This sandwich is not gluten-free.

Feta cheese and bread are relatively high in sodium, so people should be careful not to consume too much of it, especially if they have high blood pressure.

It may be difficult to find or substitute some of the ingredients for those living outside of the Mediterranean region.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The spinach in this sandwich is loaded with vitamin K, which promotes healthy bones.
Feta cheese is high in calcium, protein, and vitamin D, which are good for maintaining bone health as well. These two, spinach and feta, are packed with iron, magnesium, and antioxidants that boost the immune system and protect the body from illness and disease.

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