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

  1. 1Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced green onion and cook until softened, about 1–2 minutes.
  2. 2Add spinach in batches, stirring until wilted if fresh or fully heated if using thawed frozen spinach, 2–4 minutes.
  3. 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.
  4. 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

  1. 1Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. 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
NutrientPer serving
Calories75 kcal
Protein4 g
Fat5 g
Carbs4 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.

By Chef Michael Ilin