Terumi Morita
May 22, 2026·Recipes·1 min read · 253 words

Spanakopita Triangles

Delight in the flaky, buttery layers of these Greek spanakopita triangles filled with savory spinach and feta, perfect for any gathering.

Contents（4項）▾
  1. 01Ingredients & steps
  2. 02Why this works
  3. 03Autopilot guard summary
  4. 04Terumi Brain v1 review
A platter of golden spanakopita triangles, some cracked to reveal a vibrant spinach and feta filling, topped with sesame seeds.
RecipeGreek
Prep20m
Cook15m
Serves4 人分
LevelMedium

Ingredients

  • 450 g fresh spinach, chopped
  • 200 g feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • 250 g phyllo pastry sheets
  • 150 g unsalted butter, melted
  • Sesame seeds for topping

Steps

  1. Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F). This ensures even baking and browning of the phyllo.

  2. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, cooking until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.

  3. Add the chopped spinach and cook until wilted, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the feta, dill, parsley, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat and let cool.

  4. Lay out one sheet of phyllo pastry, brush with melted butter, and place another sheet on top. Cut the layered sheets into strips, about 10 cm wide.

  5. Place a tablespoon of the spinach-feta filling at one end of each strip. Fold the corner over to form a triangle, then continue folding the triangle along the strip until you reach the end.

  6. Place the triangles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops with additional melted butter and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until golden brown and crisp. Serve warm.

Why this works

The technique of folding phyllo pastry into triangles allows for a delightful balance of textures—crispy on the outside and a creamy filling on the inside. The use of fresh spinach provides moisture, while feta lends a tangy richness. It's essential to keep the phyllo covered with a damp cloth while working to prevent it from drying out, as dried phyllo can break easily. If the phyllo breaks during folding, don’t panic—simply layer another piece on top to reinforce it. The melted butter not only adds flavor but also helps achieve that quintessential golden brown color by promoting browning through the Maillard reaction. This recipe also introduces you to the art of phyllo folding, making it a fun and engaging appetizer for parties.

Form note. These are the individual triangle form (called spanakopitakia in Greek, the diminutive of spanakopita). For the family-pan slab version, see Spanakopita — same filling, different format. The triangles serve as appetizers or finger food; the slab version is the meal-format presentation.

Autopilot guard summary

  • truth: approved
  • quality: approved (score 100)
  • similarity: approved (score 0.07 vs spanakopita)
  • regulatory: approved
  • image: approved

Terumi Brain v1 review

  • grade: A · overall 87/100 · readiness publish_ready
  • scores: chef=100 science=100 repair=95 culture=90 safety=100 taste=54 mon=60 geo=95

Suggested enhancements

  • Naming one or two taste axes (salt / acid / fat / umami / aroma / texture) makes the dish's structure visible.

Brain-suggested book

  • The Japanese Home-Cooking Code: Unlocking Flavor (home-cooking-code-en)