Low Fat Spinach and Feta Croissant

Indulge in the rich flavors of a classic French pastry with a guilt-free twist in this Low Fat Spinach and Feta Croissant recipe! Crafted with reduced-fat puff pastry and a savory filling of fresh spinach, reduced-fat feta, and aromatic garlic, these flaky croissants are a lighter yet satisfying treat for any occasion. Perfectly golden and crisp, each crescent-shaped delight is brushed with frothy egg white for a shiny, bakery-quality finish. Quick to assemble and baked to perfection in just 20 minutes, they make an elegant appetizer, brunch option, or on-the-go snack. Bursting with flavor and texture, this lower-fat alternative lets you savor all the indulgence with none of the compromise.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 sheet (approximately 8 oz) Reduced-fat puff pastry
• 4 cups (loosely packed) Fresh spinach
• 1 cup (crumbled) Reduced-fat feta cheese
• 1 large Egg white
• 1 as needed (for sautéing) Olive oil spray
• 2 minced Garlic cloves
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Thaw the reduced-fat puff pastry sheet according to package instructions, ensuring it’s pliable but still cold.

Step 2

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and lightly spray with olive oil. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until wilted. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 5

Transfer the cooked spinach to a cutting board and finely chop. In a medium bowl, combine the chopped spinach, reduced-fat feta cheese, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

Step 6

Lay out the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. Roll it into a rectangular shape if needed, then cut it into 8 equal triangles (as you would for croissants).

Step 7

Place about 2 tablespoons of the spinach and feta mixture on the wide end of each pastry triangle.

Step 8

Carefully roll each triangle from the wide end to the narrow tip, forming a croissant shape. Place seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 9

In a small bowl, whisk the egg white until frothy. Lightly brush the tops of the croissants with the egg white using a pastry brush.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(452.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	660.8

Total Fat 35.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 128.2mg	0%
Sodium 4604.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 35.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.2g	0%
Total Sugars 9.8g
Protein 60.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1329.2mg	0%
Iron 6.3mg	0%
Potassium 281.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.6%

Protein: 34.2%

Carbs: 20.3%