Description
Experience a delightful twist on a classic Mediterranean dish with this Rice Paper Spanakopita. These crispy parcels are filled with vibrant spinach, tangy feta, and aromatic dill, creating a mouthwatering combination that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether served as an appetizer or a light meal, these golden pastries will impress your guests and leave them craving more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 rice paper wrappers
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- ¼ cup toasted pine nuts
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (plus more for brushing)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a baking sheet by greasing it lightly.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the diced onion until translucent (about 3 minutes). Add chopped spinach and cook until wilted (about 2 minutes).
- Remove from heat and stir in feta cheese, dill, salt, pepper, and toasted pine nuts.
- Soak each rice paper wrapper in warm water until pliable, then place flat on your work surface.
- Spoon a small portion of filling onto the bottom third of each wrapper. Fold in the sides and roll tightly.
- Place filled wrappers on the prepared baking sheet, brush tops with olive oil, and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pastry (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg