Low Sodium Borek

Delight in the flavors of the Mediterranean with this Low Sodium Borek recipe, a lighter twist on the classic Turkish pastry. Perfectly flaky layers of phyllo pastry encase a savory filling of fresh spinach, low-sodium ricotta cheese, and aromatic dill, lightly seasoned with nutmeg and black pepper for a fragrant, heart-healthy treat. This recipe uses unsalted butter and skips added salt, making it ideal for those watching their sodium intake without sacrificing flavor. With just 30 minutes of prep time and a golden bake to perfection, these delicious spinach-and-cheese triangles are perfect as an appetizer, snack, or light meal. Serve these golden parcels warm and watch them disappear off the plate!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 sheets phyllo pastry sheets
• 300 grams fresh spinach, chopped
• 200 grams low-sodium ricotta cheese
• 1 large egg
• 100 grams unsalted butter, melted
• 1 medium onion, finely diced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
• 0.25 teaspoon nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Add the chopped spinach to the pan and cook until wilted, about 3-4 minutes. Allow the mixture to cool slightly.

Step 4

In a large bowl, combine the spinach mixture with low-sodium ricotta cheese, egg, dill, nutmeg, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

Step 5

Prepare a clean work surface and cover it with a damp kitchen towel to keep the phyllo sheets moist.

Step 6

Lay one phyllo sheet on the surface and brush lightly with melted unsalted butter. Place another phyllo sheet on top and repeat the brushing. Continue this for 4 layers.

Step 7

Cut the layered phyllo sheets into strips approximately 10 cm (4 inches) wide.

Step 8

Place a spoonful of the spinach and cheese filling at the end of each strip.

Step 9

Fold the corner of the strip over the filling to form a triangle. Continue folding in a triangular shape until the entire strip is folded.

Step 10

Repeat the process with the remaining phyllo and filling.

Step 11

Place the boreks on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and brush the tops with the remaining melted butter.

Step 12

Bake in the preheated oven until the boreks are golden brown, about 20-25 minutes.

Step 13

Remove from oven and let cool on a wire rack for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1004.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2137.4

Total Fat 142.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 73.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g
Cholesterol 537.8mg	0%
Sodium 1604.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 160.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.2g	0%
Total Sugars 9.9g
Protein 58.0g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 866.4mg	0%
Iron 10.6mg	0%
Potassium 2178.6mg	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: 59.4%

Protein: 10.8%

Carbs: 29.8%