Golden Spinach & Feta Triangles
Crispy, buttery puff pastry filled with a savory Mediterranean-style cheese blend.
🛒 Ingredients
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Pastry: 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed if frozen)
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Greens: 1 cup chopped spinach (fresh or frozen, squeezed completely dry)
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Cheese: ½ cup crumbled feta (or cream cheese for a milder taste)
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Melty Factor: ½ cup mozzarella (optional)
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Binding: 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
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Seasoning: 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper to taste
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Topping: Sesame or nigella seeds (optional)
👩🍳 Execution Steps
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Prep the Oven: Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Sauté the Spinach: Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté the spinach for 2–3 minutes until wilted.
Note: If using frozen spinach, ensure all excess water is squeezed out after cooking to avoid a soggy bottom! Let it cool slightly.
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Create the Filling: In a medium bowl, stir together the cooled spinach, feta, and mozzarella. Season with salt and pepper.
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Assemble: Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. You can either:
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The Fold: Spread filling over half the sheet, fold it over, and cut into triangles.
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The Individual Wrap: Cut the pastry into squares first, place a dollop of filling in the center, and fold diagonally to seal.
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Seal & Glaze: Crimp the edges with a fork to lock in the cheese. Brush the tops generously with the beaten egg and sprinkle with seeds if using.
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Bake: Slide into the oven for 18–22 minutes. Remove when the pastry is puffed and a deep golden brown.
💡 Pro-Tip
If you want a little extra “zing,” add half a teaspoon of lemon zest or some fresh dill to the filling. It makes the feta pop!