Description
These Mediterranean Spinach and Feta Crisps are flaky phyllo triangles filled with a creamy, herb-packed filling—perfect as an easy, elegant appetizer.
Ingredients
For the Filling
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped (or 1 cup frozen, thawed and drained)
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1⁄4 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1⁄2 tsp dried dill
- 1⁄8 tsp ground nutmeg
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Crisps
- 1 package phyllo dough, thawed
- 1⁄2 cup unsalted butter, melted (or olive oil, for brushing)
- Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Prepare the Filling
In a medium mixing bowl, combine:
Chopped spinach
Feta cheese
Ricotta cheese
Minced garlic
Dried dill
Ground nutmeg
Salt and pepper to taste
Mix thoroughly until the ingredients are well combined.
If using frozen spinach, be sure to squeeze out all excess moisture to prevent sogginess.
Prepare the Phyllo Dough
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Unroll phyllo dough and lay one sheet flat on a clean, dry surface.
Lightly brush with melted butter or olive oil.
Lay a second sheet on top and repeat brushing. Add a third sheet on top and brush again.
Work quickly—keep unused sheets covered with a damp kitchen towel to prevent drying out.
Assemble the Crisps
Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, cut the layered phyllo stack into 3-inch wide strips.
Place 1 teaspoon of spinach-feta filling near the bottom edge of each strip.
Starting from the bottom, fold one corner of the strip up and over the filling to form a triangle.
Continue folding the triangle up and across in a flag-folding motion until the filling is fully enclosed.
Repeat with remaining phyllo and filling.
Bake
Place the folded crisps onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Brush the tops with more melted butter or oil.
Sprinkle with sesame seeds, if using.
Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the crisps are golden brown and flaky.
Serve
Let cool slightly before serving.
Serve warm or at room temperature with tzatziki, hummus, or a light Greek salad.
Notes
Use high-quality feta for best flavor—it makes a big difference.
If your phyllo tears, just patch it with an extra strip and brush with butter to seal.
Use olive oil instead of butter for a lighter, dairy-reduced version.
For added fiber, use whole-wheat phyllo dough if available.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keywords: spinach and feta crisps, phyllo appetizer, feta pastries, Greek snack