Here is a complete step-by-step recipe for delicious Mediterranean Spinach and Feta Crisps. These flaky pastries are filled with a savory mixture of spinach, feta cheese, and herbs—perfect as an appetizer, snack, or light meal.
Mediterranean Spinach and Feta Crisps
Ingredients (Makes 10 to 12 crisps)
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1 sheet puff pastry (thawed if frozen)
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1 cup fresh spinach, chopped (or ½ cup frozen spinach, thawed and well-drained)
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¾ cup crumbled feta cheese
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1 small onion, finely chopped (optional)
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1 garlic clove, minced
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 egg (for egg wash)
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½ teaspoon dried oregano or dill
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Salt and pepper to taste
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1 tablespoon water (for egg wash)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the filling
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Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
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Add chopped onion and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until soft (if using).
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Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Stir in chopped spinach and cook until wilted (if using fresh).
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Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
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Add crumbled feta, oregano or dill, and season with salt and pepper. Mix well.
Step 2: Prepare the pastry
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Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
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Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Lightly flour your work surface and roll out the puff pastry slightly.
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Cut the pastry into squares (about 4 x 4 inches).
Step 3: Fill and fold
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Place a spoonful of spinach and feta filling in the center of each square.
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Fold the squares into triangles by bringing one corner over to the opposite corner.
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Press the edges down firmly and seal them with a fork.
Step 4: Egg wash and bake
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In a small bowl, whisk the egg with 1 tablespoon of water.
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Brush the tops of the pastries with the egg wash.
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Place the pastries on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 5: Bake
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Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed.
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Remove and let cool slightly before serving.
Serving Suggestions
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Serve warm or at room temperature.
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Pair with tzatziki or a yogurt dipping sauce.
Storage
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Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
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Reheat in the oven for best texture.