Mini Spanakopita Triangle Cluster (Printable Version)

Crispy phyllo triangles filled with spinach, feta, herbs, baked together in an easy-to-share cluster.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Filling

01 - 10 oz fresh spinach, washed and chopped
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 7 oz feta cheese, crumbled
06 - 3.5 oz ricotta cheese
07 - 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
08 - 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped (or 1 tbsp dried dill)
09 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
10 - 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
11 - 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
12 - 1/4 tsp salt

→ Pastry

13 - 12 sheets phyllo dough, thawed if frozen
14 - 7 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
15 - 2 tbsp olive oil

→ Topping

16 - 1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional)
17 - 1 tbsp nigella seeds (optional)

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Set oven to 375°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until translucent. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
03 - Add chopped spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted and excess liquid evaporates, about 4 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
04 - In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked spinach mixture, crumbled feta, ricotta, beaten eggs, dill, parsley, nutmeg, black pepper, and salt. Mix thoroughly.
05 - Unroll phyllo sheets, keeping them covered with a damp towel. Take one sheet, brush lightly with melted butter, and fold lengthwise into a 3-inch wide strip.
06 - Place a heaping teaspoon of filling at the bottom of the strip. Fold the corner over the filling to form a triangle and continue folding upward in a triangle shape. Repeat with remaining sheets and filling.
07 - Place the filled triangles close together in a circular cluster on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they touch but do not overlap.
08 - Mix remaining melted butter with 2 tbsp olive oil and brush over the triangles. Sprinkle sesame and nigella seeds if desired.
09 - Bake for 22 to 25 minutes until golden brown and crisp. Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Authentic Greek flavors with a fresh spinach and feta filling.
  • Crispy phyllo pastry folded into easy-to-eat triangle shapes.
  • Pull-apart cluster presentation perfect for sharing.
  • Vegetarian and packed with herbs for a fresh, savory bite.
  • Simple yet impressive appetizer for parties or family dinners.
02 -
  • Keep phyllo covered with a damp towel to prevent drying while assembling.
  • Remove excess liquid from spinach mixture to avoid soggy pastry.
  • Use cold melted butter for easier brushing and even coverage.
  • Freeze unbaked triangles on the baking sheet and bake from frozen with 5 extra minutes for convenient make-ahead serving.
  • Sprinkle optional sesame and nigella seeds for added texture and authentic flavor.
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