Greek-Style Spinach Pizza With Phyllo Crust

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2
Greek-Style Spinach Pizza With Phyllo Crust Recipe
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Prep

25 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 lbs freshy spinach ( coarse stems removed )
7 tablespoons butter , melted and kept warm
7 sheets phyllo dough
12 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
salt and pepper
1 small red onion , thinly sliced
3/4 cup finely crumbled feta ( or to taste )
3/4 cup sliced kalamata olive ( or to taste , or use black sliced olives )
4 tablespoons olive oil ( can use less )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
375
Sugar
2g
Fat
31g
This delicious Greek-style spinach pizza with phyllo crust is a healthy and easy alternative to traditional pizza crusts. The phyllo crust is light and crispy, while the spinach, red onion, and feta cheese provide a flavorful and nutritious topping. This pizza is perfect for anyone looking for a light and healthy meal that's easy to customize. You can add additional toppings like peppers, mushrooms, or tomatoes to make it your own. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables and provides a good source of protein and healthy fats. Whether you serve it as a main dish or slice it up as an appetizer, this Greek-style spinach pizza with phyllo crust is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.Combine the spinach with 2 tbsp of melted butter in a large frying pan over medium heat, stir frequently until wilted and tender.
3.Squeeze out and then roughly chop the spinach. Set aside.
4.Unfold the phyllo dough and cover with waxed paper or a lightly dampened kitchen towel.
5.Brush an 11-inch pizza pan with 1 tablespoon of melted butter. Place 1 phyllo sheet in the pan and brush with more melted butter.
6.Top with another phyllo sheet and brush with more melted butter. Repeat until you have 7 buttered phyllo sheets in the pan.
7.Sprinkle each phyllo sheet with 2 tablespoons of grated parmesan cheese.
8.Layer the spinach on the prepared crust leaving a 1/4-inch border. Season with salt and pepper.
9.Scatter the onion slices over the spinach. Sprinkle with the feta cheese and olives.
10.Drizzle the remaining 4 tablespoons of melted butter and 4 tablespoons of olive oil over the pizza.
11.Place the pizza on the center oven rack and bake for 30 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbling.

PROS

This Greek-style spinach pizza with phyllo crust is a healthy and flavorful alternative to traditional pizza crusts.

It’s low in calories and high in vitamins and minerals.
This pizza is easy to customize to your liking, so you can add additional toppings or use a different type of cheese.

It’s perfect for a light lunch or dinner and can be served as a main dish or sliced into smaller pieces as an appetizer.

CONS

Phyllo dough can be delicate and may tear easily, so it’s important to handle it gently when you’re layering it in the pan.

This pizza can be messy to eat, so it’s best to use a fork and knife.

If you’re not a fan of spinach or feta cheese, this pizza may not be for you.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Greek-style spinach pizza with phyllo crust is a healthy alternative to traditional pizza crusts. Spinach is loaded with vitamins and minerals, including iron, calcium, and vitamins A and C.
Feta cheese is lower in fat and calories than other types of cheese and provides a good source of calcium and protein. Olives are also a good source of healthy fats and antioxidants.

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