Heart-Healthy Spinach and Feta Croissant
Elevate your breakfast or snack game with these heart-healthy spinach and feta croissants, a delicious twist on a classic favorite! Made with whole-grain croissant dough, these golden, flaky pastries are stuffed with a savory filling of nutrient-packed baby spinach, sautéed with fragrant garlic and seasoned black pepper, then paired with creamy low-fat feta cheese. A light brush of egg wash ensures perfect browning, while the use of olive oil keeps things heart-friendly without sacrificing flavor. Easy to prepare in just 20 minutes and baked to perfection in 15, this recipe is perfect for a quick, wholesome treat. Serve these croissants warm and enjoy their crispy exterior and gooey, flavorful center as a satisfying, health-conscious indulgence!
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Ingredients
- 1 sheet Whole-grain croissant dough
- 2 cups Baby spinach
- 0.5 cup Low-fat feta cheese
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 egg Egg wash (1 egg whisked with 1 tablespoon water)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Step 3
Add baby spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Sprinkle with black pepper and stir. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Step 4
Unroll the whole-grain croissant dough and divide it into triangles as indicated by the pre-cut lines.
Step 5
Place a small amount of the spinach mixture and approximately 1 tablespoon of crumbled low-fat feta cheese at the widest end of each triangle.
Step 6
Starting from the wide end, gently roll each triangle toward the pointed end, tucking the filling inside as you go. Place the rolled croissants on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring the seams are on the bottom.
Step 7
Brush the tops of the croissants lightly with the egg wash to promote browning.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the croissants are golden brown and cooked through.
Step 9
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Step 10
Enjoy warm as a heart-healthy breakfast or snack!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (310.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 675.5 |
| Total Fat 42.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 18.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 274.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1887.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 36.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 8.2g | |
| Protein 37.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 41IU | 0% |
| Calcium 700.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 248.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories