Description
These Mediterranean Spinach Stuffed Pastries are golden, flaky, and filled with a creamy spinach and ricotta mixture. Perfect as appetizers, snacks, or a light meal, they are irresistibly delicious and packed with Mediterranean flavors.
Ingredients
- 2 sheets puff pastry, thawed (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped (or baby kale/Swiss chard)
- 1 cup ricotta cheese (or cottage cheese)
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated (or Pecorino Romano)
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 tsp garlic powder (or fresh minced garlic)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil (optional, for sautéing spinach)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- If using, heat olive oil in a pan and sauté spinach until wilted. Let cool slightly.
- In a bowl, mix spinach, ricotta, Parmesan, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Roll out puff pastry sheets and cut into squares (about 4–5 inches each).
- Place a spoonful of the spinach mixture in the center of each square.
- Fold the pastry over the filling to form triangles or rectangles. Press edges to seal.
- Brush the tops with beaten egg.
- Bake 15–20 minutes or until golden brown and puffed.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Substitute spinach with kale or Swiss chard for a different flavor.
- Use feta cheese for a tangier variation.
- These pastries can be made ahead and frozen before baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean