Spinach and Cheese Turkish Pides

May 15, 2023May 15, 20230 0
Delicious Spinach and Cheese Turkish Pides for a hearty meal
in Bread

Prep

20 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 pizza dough
1 tablespoon butter
2 garlic cloves , crushed
1 bunch spinach , washed and shredded
4 scallions , thinly sliced
250 g fresh ricotta cheese
100 g feta cheese , crumbled
1/2 cup pine nuts
1/2 cup fresh breadcrumb
olive oil flavored cooking spray
lemon wedge , to serve

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
400
Sugar
3g
Fat
17g
Spinach and cheese Turkish pides are a twist on the traditional Turkish pide that is typically topped with ground meat or lamb. This vegetarian-friendly dish is a hearty and filling choice that can be enjoyed for a main meal or a snack. The crust is crispy on the outside, and soft and chewy on the inside. The filling is made with wilted spinach, creamy ricotta and salty feta cheese with a crunchy addition of pine nuts. The lemon juice on top adds a bright and tangy contrast to the dish.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 200°C.
2.Melt the butter in a pan over medium-high heat, then sauté the garlic for 1-2 minutes.
3.Add the shredded spinach and scallions to the pan, and cook until the spinach has wilted.
4.Remove from heat and mix in the crumbled feta cheese, fresh ricotta cheese, pine nuts, and breadcrumbs.
5.Roll out the pizza dough and cut it into four equal portions.
6.Shape each portion into a pide shape.
7.Spread the spinach and cheese mixture generously on top of each pide.
8.Spray with olive oil spray and bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden and crispy on the edges.
9.Serve with a squeeze of lemon juice on top.

PROS

The Spinach and Cheese Turkish Pides are a satisfying, filling and flavorful meal.

The mix of cheese and spinach provides a good source of calcium, protein and iron.

The dish is vegetarian-friendly.

CONS

The pizza dough, cheese and pine nuts may be high in calories so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Some people may not enjoy the texture of wilted spinach and pine nuts in the dish.

It may be considered as non-traditional Turkish Pide.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Spinach is rich in vitamins A, C, E, K, and minerals like magnesium and calcium.
It is also high in antioxidants and fibre, making it good for gut health.
The combination of spinach, feta cheese and ricotta cheese makes the dish high in protein and calcium which are good for muscles and bones.
Pine nuts are also rich in vitamins and minerals such as vitamin E, magnesium and zinc, making them a nutritious addition to the dish.

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