High Protein Cheese and Spinach Borekas
Elevate your snack game with these High Protein Cheese and Spinach Borekas—an irresistible twist on the classic savory pastry, perfect for a satisfying appetizer or light meal. Packed with protein-rich chickpeas, creamy ricotta, and tangy feta cheese, these borekas are complemented by the earthy flavors of spinach and fresh herbs like parsley and dill. Encased in delicate layers of golden, flaky phyllo dough and topped with a sprinkle of sesame seeds, each bite offers a delightful crunch and a hearty, flavorful filling. Easy to prepare in under an hour, this recipe is a nutritious choice for vegetarians, meal preppers, or anyone looking for a wholesome, crowd-pleasing dish. Serve them warm or room temperature and watch them disappear!
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Ingredients
- 10 sheets Phyllo Dough
- 300 grams Frozen Spinach
- 200 grams Ricotta Cheese
- 100 grams Feta Cheese
- 200 grams Canned Chickpeas
- 2 large Eggs
- 20 grams Fresh Parsley
- 10 grams Fresh Dill
- 2 large Garlic Cloves
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 50 milliliters Olive Oil
- 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
Step 2
Thaw and drain the frozen spinach thoroughly to remove excess water.
Step 3
In a large bowl, mash the canned chickpeas using a fork or a potato masher until they form a coarse paste.
Step 4
Add the ricotta cheese, crumbled feta cheese, and drained spinach to the chickpeas. Mix well until combined.
Step 5
Finely chop the parsley and dill. Mince the garlic cloves. Add them to the spinach and cheese mixture.
Step 6
Add the eggs to the mixture, season with salt and pepper, and mix thoroughly until everything is well incorporated.
Step 7
On a clean surface, lay out a sheet of phyllo dough and brush it lightly with olive oil.
Step 8
Place another sheet on top and brush again with olive oil.
Step 9
Cut the layered phyllo into strips approximately 3 inches wide.
Step 10
Place a generous tablespoon of the filling mixture at one end of each strip.
Step 11
Fold the dough diagonally over the filling to form a triangle, then fold over again in the opposite direction, repeating until the end of the strip.
Step 12
Place each triangle on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops with olive oil and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Step 13
Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
Step 14
Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy these high protein cheese and spinach borekas warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1212.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2076.2 |
| Total Fat 120.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 39.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 9.2g | |
| Cholesterol 583.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5809.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 172.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 25.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 7.4g | |
| Protein 85.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 98IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1817.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 17.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2914.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories