
Spanakopita Pinwheels
Spanakopita Pinwheels
Classic DishSpanakopita
Prep: 15 min • Cook: 15 min. Rolled phyllo sheets are filled with a bright mixture of spinach, crumbled feta, fresh dill and green onion, then sliced and baked into golden, bite-sized pinwheels — effortless to make and perfect for grazing at a mezze spread or casual gathering.
- Preparation time
- 15 min
- Cooking time
- 15 min
- Total time
- 30 min
- Servings
- 40
Instructions
Filling
- 1Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced green onion and cook until softened, about 1–2 minutes.
- 2Add spinach in batches, stirring until wilted if fresh or fully heated if using thawed frozen spinach, 2–4 minutes.
- 3Remove skillet from heat and let the spinach cool slightly, then transfer to a clean towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out as much liquid as possible.
- 4In a mixing bowl combine squeezed spinach, crumbled feta, chopped dill, beaten eggs, remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper; mix until evenly combined and adjust seasoning.
Assembly & bake
- 1Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- 2Place one phyllo sheet on a clean surface and brush lightly with melted butter. Top with a second sheet and brush again; repeat to make pairs for easier rolling.
- 3Spread a thin, even strip of the filling along the long edge of each phyllo pair. Roll tightly into a log, sealing the edge with a little butter.
- 4Using a sharp knife, slice each log into 6–8 pinwheels about 2–3 cm (3/4–1 inch) thick and place cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet.
- 5Brush the tops with remaining butter and bake for 12–15 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp. Let cool 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Information
- Calories
- 75 kcal
- Protein
- 4 g
- Fat
- 5 g
- Carbs
- 4 g
| Nutrient | Per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 75 kcal |
| Protein | 4 g |
| Fat | 5 g |
| Carbs | 4 g |
Tips
- Squeeze cooked spinach in a clean kitchen towel to remove excess moisture before mixing to avoid soggy pinwheels.
- Brush rolls generously with melted butter or oil for crisp, deeply golden pinwheel edges during baking.
- Serve warm with tzatziki, lemon wedges, or a simple yogurt dip to complement the savory spinach and feta flavors.

