Egg-Free Spinach Pie (That Actually Holds)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 0
Healthy and Delicious Egg-Free Spinach Pie
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Prep

15 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3/4 cup buckwheat groats ( whole , not flour )
1 1/2 cups water
2 packages frozen spinach , defrosted
2 cups chopped dill
1/2 - 3/4 lb feta cheese
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil ( optional )
1 medium chopped onion
3 chopped garlic cloves
1 teaspoon butter
2 teaspoons olive oil
garlic salt , to taste
4 sheets phyllo dough , defrosted
3 tablespoons olive oil

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
345
Sugar
2g
Fat
20g
If you're looking for a healthy and delicious recipe that's packed with nutrients, this Egg-Free Spinach Pie is sure to satisfy. It's a vegetarian alternative to traditional spinach pie recipes that use eggs. The buckwheat groats provide a nutty flavor and a boost of protein, while the feta cheese adds a tangy saltiness. The spinach and dill give it a fresh taste, and the phyllo adds a delicate crunch. This recipe is perfect for a weekend brunch or dinner, and can also be served as a side dish with your favorite protein.

Instructions

1.Rinse buckwheat groats and boil in 1 1/2 cups of water for 15 minutes.
2.Preheat oven to 400°F.
3.In a large mixing bowl, add spinach, dill, crumbled feta cheese, black pepper, lemon juice, and olive oil. Mix well.
4.In a skillet sauté onions and garlic in butter and olive oil until tender. Add garlic salt to taste.
5.Add sautéed onions and garlic to the spinach mixture and mix well.
6.Pat the phyllo sheets down with a paper towel and brush olive oil on them.
7.Layer the phyllo by adding one sheet at a time, brushing olive oil over each sheet, and adding garlic salt to taste. Repeat with remaining phyllo.
8.Pour the spinach mixture over the phyllo.
9.Fold edges of the phyllo over the spinach mixture.
10.Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown.

PROS

This Egg-Free Spinach Pie is cholesterol-free, high in protein, and deliciously flavorful.
It’s a great way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet.

You can make it ahead and freeze it for later.

CONS

This recipe requires a bit of preparation and cooking time, so it’s not a quick meal to make.

It contains some fat, mainly from the feta cheese and olive oil.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Spinach is a great source of vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron, calcium, and fiber. Buckwheat groats are high in protein and fiber, and have been linked to lowering cholesterol levels.

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