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    Home » Recipes » Appetizers

    Spinach and Feta Triangles

    Published: Jul 10, 2021 by Ayeh Manfre 24 Comments

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    This Spinach and Feta Triangles recipe is super easy to make with only 3 ingredients and is the perfect appetizer and snack!

    These Spinach and Feta Triangles are one of my favourite snacks to make. They’re super easy only needing 3 ingredients and can be made within 30 minutes!

    Spinach and Feta are two ingredients that are made for each other in my opinion. So wrapped in crispy puff pastry, they’re a piece of heaven in every bite 🙂

    Another fun cheesey appetizer to try is my Fried Halloumi with Hot Honey!

    You can enjoy these as a snack and they can also be great to serve as an appetizer at a party. It’s such a crowd favourite dish that everyone including kids love.

    Another of my favourite Greek dishes you must try are my Greek Wrap which I make with a homemade Vegan Tzatziki.

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    • Ingredients for this Spinach Feta Triangles recipe
    • Substitutions
    • Tips to make Spinach and Feta triangles
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    The combination of spinach and cheese in phyllo sheets is very popular in many cultures and there are many similar variations. Such as Greek Spanakopita triangles, Borek, Burek and Bourekas.

    Most of these require the filling to be cooked prior and also have additional fillings.
    These Spinach and Feta triangles are a much easier and quicker recipe without the need to cook the filling.

    Ingredients for this Spinach Feta Triangles recipe

    • Frozen Spinach is the main part of the filling. It does work a lot better than fresh spinach as it's already wilted so you can fit a lot more of the mixture into the triangles
    • Feta cheese I prefer Persian or Bulgarian Feta cheese as I find it less salty and softer in texture
    • Puff Pastry sheets bring the triangles together with its crispy fine texture that everyone loves

    Substitutions

    • Fresh spinach can be used however the triangles will be a lot emptier as you cant fit the same amount of fresh spinach into the triangles.
    • Greek Feta or your preferred feta will also work or Ricotta cheese is a great cheese to use.
    • Vegan cheese can be used to make the triangles vegan (make sure you’re puff pastry isn’t made with butter and ensure it's vegan too)
    • If using phyllo sheets, the process to make these triangles will be quite different. This is because phyllo dough doesn't have the same ingredients or fat. The sheets will dry out very quickly and have to be made using a damp towel to moisten the sheets along with adding butter or oil before baking. They also won't be as airy and puffy as puff pastry.

    Tips to make Spinach and Feta triangles

    • Ensure to thaw the frozen spinach completely and press out all the excess liquid. If you miss this step your triangles can get soggy and won’t be as crispy
    • When filling the puff pastry squares, add a generous amount to each square but don’t overfill so they can be folded over easily and won’t tear when cooked
    • Make sure to leave a little space around the edges so you have enough room to close and seal the edges

    FAQs

    Can you use fresh spinach to make Spinach and Feta Triangles?

    If using fresh spinach, it’s difficult to fill sufficient filling into each puff pastry square so the triangles will be quite empty once cooked. Fresh spinach can still be used however as frozen spinach has already been wilted, you’re able to use much more of it.
    Usually, the Greek spinach triangles use finely chopped fresh spinach however it's cooked first.

    Can you freeze Spinach and Feta Triangles?

    You can freeze them. It's best to freeze them uncooked. Once they've been folded, place them on a tray and freeze them for at least an hour. They can then be placed into a ziplock bag and kept in the freezer.

    How to fold spinach and feta triangles?

    1. Cut a pastry sheet into 4 even squares
    2. Add a portion of the spinach mixture to the bottom right of each quarter making a triangle shape. Make sure not to go right to the edges
    3. Fold over the top of the triangles and gently press down the edges with your fingers to seal them closed
    4. Using a fork, press down along the edges of each triangle to seal them closed

    More Appetizer Recipes

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    • Honey Glazed Halloumi
    • Homemade Falafel
    • Avocado Hummus

    I love seeing your creations and remakes, so be sure to tag @cookingwithayeh and share a photo on Instagram so I can share the love

    Recipe

    Baked spinach and feta triangles on an oven tray
    4.69 from 22 votes

    Spinach and Feta Triangles

    This Spinach and Feta Triangles recipe is super easy to make with only 3 ingredients and is the perfect appetizer and snack.
    Prep Time10 mins
    Cook Time15 mins
    Total Time25 mins
    Course: Appetizer, Snack
    Cuisine: Mediterranean
    Keyword: feta, puff pastry, spinach
    Servings: 4 triangles
    Calories: 183kcal
    Author: Ayeh
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    Ingredients

    • 200 g frozen spinach
    • 50 g feta cheese (I’ve used Bulgarian feta)
    • 1 puff pastry sheet
    • Salt and pepper to taste

    Garnish (optional)

    • Olive oil spray
    • Sesame seeds

    Instructions

    • Thaw a sheet of puff pastry, it usually takes 10 minutes
    • At the same time, thaw the frozen spinach. Using a colander, push out all the excess water
    • Add the spinach to a bowl and using your fingers crumble in the feta cheese into small pieces
    • Season with salt and pepper and mix together so the spinach and crumbled feta are combined
    • Preheat oven to 180°C/350°F
    • By now the puff pastry should be slightly soft. Using a sharp knife, cut the phyllo sheet into 4 even squares
    • Add a portion of the spinach mixture to the bottom right of each quarter making a triangle shape. Make sure not to go right to the edges
    • Fold over the top of the triangles and gently press down the edges with your fingers to seal them closed
    • Carefully transport to a baking sheet lined with baking paper. Using a fork, press down along the edges of each triangle to seal them closed
    • Optional - spray oil olive to the tops lightly and sprinkle over sesame seeds
    • Bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes or until nice and golden brown
    • Let them cool slightly and enjoy!

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 183kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 311mg | Potassium: 218mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 5916IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 132mg | Iron: 3mg

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    1. Jeanette

      June 26, 2021 at 2:11 am

      Bought all the stuff to make these! Can’t wait to try them!

      Reply
      • Ayeh

        June 26, 2021 at 9:22 pm

        Yay I cant wait to hear what you think! Make sure to send me a pic on instagram 🙂

        Reply
    2. Tania

      June 27, 2021 at 10:30 am

      5 stars
      Such a great recipe. Recipes that are quick and easy and only need 3 ingredients are my kinda recipes! Would definitely make this over and over again. My one recommendation would be to read the package instructions on thawing out the pastry. Mine definitely took longer then 10 minutes

      Reply
      • Ayeh

        July 06, 2021 at 12:11 pm

        Me too lovely! It may differ on the brand but if you separate the sheets, it should thaw very quickly xxx

        Reply
        • Dianne Gregson

          July 18, 2021 at 4:00 pm

          Love these! Make them with ricotta & make them at least once a week! Love quick & easy recipes

          Reply
          • Ayeh

            July 20, 2021 at 11:50 am

            Oh yum! Love it with ricotta too! x

            Reply
    3. Ruchi

      June 28, 2021 at 6:30 pm

      5 stars
      Best recipe I tried, we all loved it. Couldn’t click a photo as kids finished them all.

      Reply
      • Ayeh

        July 02, 2021 at 3:12 pm

        Hehe thats a compliment in itself 🙂 x

        Reply
    4. Natalie O

      June 28, 2021 at 10:18 pm

      5 stars
      Another easy and delicious recipe. My husband is turkish and he loves these, will definitely make them again.

      Reply
      • Ayeh

        July 02, 2021 at 3:11 pm

        The best compliment! x

        Reply
    5. April

      July 01, 2021 at 11:07 pm

      5 stars
      Amazing!! So easy and fun to make with the kids too. We added mushrooms and it tasted soooo good! Kids and hubby devoured them in less than 20 mins after baking lol.

      Reply
      • Ayeh

        July 02, 2021 at 1:49 pm

        Oh yummy! I cant wait to try these with mushrooms too, you read my mind 🙂 xxx

        Reply
    6. Susanne

      July 05, 2021 at 7:44 pm

      5 stars
      I had left over silverbeet and mushrooms which I used in conjunction with the spinach and feta. Such an simple and yummy recipe. Was a win for my husband to. They are enjoyed hot and crispy as soon as they are out of the oven.

      Reply
      • Ayeh

        July 06, 2021 at 11:49 am

        Sounds amazing Suzanne, I definitely need to try it with mushrooms!

        Reply
    7. Marzi

      July 06, 2021 at 6:42 pm

      5 stars
      Love it

      Reply
      • Ayeh

        July 12, 2021 at 11:02 am

        Yay me too! xx

        Reply
        • Amanda

          July 26, 2021 at 2:27 pm

          5 stars
          Loved this recipe, it was so easy and tasty. Made them a second time for my 18 month old and substituted the feta for ricotta and cheddar and he devoured them.
          Thanks for the inspiration

          Reply
          • Ayeh

            July 26, 2021 at 4:43 pm

            Love this idea and must try Ricotta too! so glad he loved them so much xx

            Reply
    8. Gabriela Venancio

      July 25, 2021 at 7:58 pm

      5 stars
      Its so delicious & easy to make! xx

      Reply
      • Ayeh

        July 26, 2021 at 4:26 pm

        So easy arent they 🙂 xx

        Reply
    9. Geetha

      February 26, 2022 at 2:54 pm

      5 stars
      The coolest thing about this recipe is, it looks so special when it’s done and taste even better in your mouth! I could not believe how delicious this was. Can’t wait to make it again 🙂

      Reply
      • Ayeh

        March 01, 2022 at 10:37 am

        Yes so true! Theyre great to serve at a party aswell 🙂

        Reply
    10. Troy

      March 20, 2022 at 11:01 am

      5 stars
      Great simple recipes,
      Goes well with natural yoghurt and a spoon of mint jelly mixed together as a dipping sauce. Please keep these great recipes coming

      Reply
      • Ayeh

        March 21, 2022 at 4:13 pm

        Oh yum love that addition! Thank you so much, so many more to come!

        Reply

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