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Mediterranean Addictive Spinach Stuffed Pastry

Mediterranean Addictive Spinach Stuffed Pastry Recipe You’ll Love

This Mediterranean Addictive Spinach Stuffed Pastry is a delightful treat with a vibrant filling of fresh spinach, creamy ricotta, and nutty Parmesan, easy to make in about 40 minutes.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 pastries
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry
  • 2 sheets Puff Pastry Sheets Can substitute with whole wheat or gluten-free options if needed.
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Fresh Spinach Can mix in baby kale or Swiss chard.
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese Can swap for part-skim ricotta or cottage cheese.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Feel free to use Pecorino Romano.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can provide a bolder taste.
  • 1 Egg For egg wash; omit or use plant-based milk for a vegan option.
For Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Optional for sautéing spinach.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • baking sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • knife or pastry cutter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped fresh spinach and sauté for 3–4 minutes.
  3. Combine the cooled spinach with ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
  4. Unroll the puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface; cut into 4–6 equal squares.
  5. Fill each square with 1–2 tablespoons of the spinach-ricotta mixture and seal the edges.
  6. Brush the tops of each sealed pastry with the egg wash.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pastryCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Keep the puff pastry cold for optimal flakiness, and avoid overfilling to prevent bursting during baking.

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