Spanakopita Pinwheels

These Spanakopita Pinwheels are the perfect party food! They are easy to make, and can be served either hot or cold. Plus, they are a great way to use up any leftover spinach you might have.

Ingredients

• 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
• 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
• 1/2 cup feta cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped onion
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 cup frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
• 1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes

Method

1. Preheat oven to 200 degrees C.
2. In a bowl, mix together ricotta cheese, feta cheese, onion, garlic, egg, and black pepper.
3. On a lightly floured surface, roll out puff pastry to a 12×18 inch rectangle.
4. Spread cheese mixture over puff pastry, leaving a 1-inch border.
5. Top with spinach and sun-dried tomatoes.
6. Roll up pastry, starting at one long side. Cut into 12 pinwheels.
7. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.

Potential changes & improvements

There are many ways you could change up these Spanakopita Pinwheels. You could use a different type of cheese, or add in some other ingredients like olives or artichoke hearts. You could also brush the puff pastry with an egg wash before baking, to give it a nice glossy finish.

What other food it works well with

These pinwheels go well with a variety of other foods. They would be great as part of a larger spread of appetizers, or served alongside a salad for a light meal. You could also cut them into smaller pieces and serve them as hors d’oeuvres.

Common Mistakes

One common mistake when making these pinwheels is not letting the puff pastry thaw all the way. If the puff pastry is still frozen, it will be difficult to work with and will not bake up as nicely. Another mistake is not squeezing the spinach dry enough, which can make the pinwheels soggy. Be sure to wring out as much water as possible from the spinach before adding it to the puff pastry.

Nutritional Information

These Spanakopita Pinwheels are high in protein and calcium, and are a good source of iron. They are also relatively low in calories, fat, and sodium. Each pinwheel has approximately 150 calories, 8 grams of fat, and 200 milligrams of sodium.

Allergens

These pinwheels contain the following allergens:

• Wheat (in the puff pastry)
• Eggs
• Dairy (in the ricotta cheese, feta cheese, and butter)