Low Sodium Cheese and Spinach Borekas
Indulge in a savory snack that's both satisfying and heart-healthy with these Low Sodium Cheese and Spinach Borekas. Perfectly flaky thanks to golden puff pastry, these hand pies are filled with a deliciously creamy mixture of low-sodium feta, ricotta, and fresh spinach, seasoned with aromatic dill and a touch of black pepper. By opting for low-sodium ingredients, this recipe puts a lighter twist on the classic boreka without compromising on flavor. Topped with a glossy egg wash and a sprinkle of sesame seeds, they bake to golden perfection in just 25 minutes. Ideal as an appetizer, snack, or party finger food, these borekas are easy to prepare and sure to impress any crowd. Enjoy them warm and fresh out of the oven—your taste buds will thank you!
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Ingredients
- 1 package Frozen puff pastry sheets
- 250 grams Fresh spinach leaves
- 150 grams Low-sodium feta cheese
- 120 grams Ricotta cheese
- 1 large Egg
- 10 grams Fresh dill
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 large Egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
Thaw the puff pastry sheets according to the package instructions.
Step 3
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat, add the fresh spinach leaves, and cook until wilted, about 3-4 minutes. Drain any excess water and set aside to cool slightly.
Step 4
In a large bowl, crumble the low-sodium feta cheese and mix with ricotta cheese, one beaten egg, chopped fresh dill, and black pepper. Add the wilted spinach and stir until well combined.
Step 5
Roll out the thawed puff pastry sheets and cut each sheet into six equal squares.
Step 6
Place a spoonful of the spinach and cheese mixture in the center of each pastry square.
Step 7
Fold each square into a triangle and press the edges with a fork to seal.
Step 8
Place the borekas on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with beaten egg yolk and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and puffy.
Step 10
Remove from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1126.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3700.4 |
| Total Fat 253.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 81.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g | |
| Cholesterol 557.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2948.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 304.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 13.2g | |
| Protein 88.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 72.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1626.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 24.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2317.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories