Description
Spinach and Feta Pinwheels are a quick, healthy appetizer or snack made with gluten-free puff pastry, creamy feta, and nutrient-rich spinach. Perfect for beginner cooks, this savory bake is ideal for entertaining, lunchboxes, or meal prepping.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet gluten-free puff pastry, defrosted
- 250 g frozen spinach, thawed and well-drained
- 150 g feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 spring onions, finely chopped
- 2 eggs (one for filling, one for brushing)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- A pinch of ground nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mix the Filling: In a bowl, combine the spinach, feta, chopped spring onions, one beaten egg, oregano, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Stir until everything is well combined into a uniform filling.
- Roll Out the Pastry: Gently unroll the puff pastry on a floured surface. If the pastry is too soft, chill it for a few minutes to make it easier to handle.
- Add the Filling: Spread the spinach and feta mixture evenly over the pastry, leaving about a 1-inch border along one edge for sealing the roll.
- Form the Roll: Roll the pastry tightly from the opposite side of the border, forming a log. Press the edge to seal it closed.
- Slice the Pinwheels: Use a sharp knife to slice the roll into 1-inch thick rounds. Place them cut-side up on the baking tray, spaced slightly apart.
- Brush and Bake: Beat the remaining egg and brush it over the tops of the pinwheels for a golden finish. Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden and crisp.
- Cool and Serve: Let them cool for a few minutes on the tray before serving warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Make sure to drain the spinach thoroughly to avoid soggy pastry. Chill the roll before slicing for neater cuts. Customize with herbs like dill or basil, or try sun-dried tomatoes for added flavor. These pinwheels can be frozen before baking and baked from frozen, adding 5–7 extra minutes to the cook time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pinwheel
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 270 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg