Description
This Spinach Casserole with Feta Cheese is a delicious Greek-inspired vegetarian dish perfect as a main or side. Made with fresh spinach, creamy ricotta, tangy feta, and a crispy breadcrumb topping, it offers a flavorful and wholesome option for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 16 oz fresh spinach, roughly chopped (or use thawed and drained frozen spinach)
Cheeses
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Binders and Seasoning
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Topping
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×9-inch baking dish to ensure the casserole doesn’t stick and bakes evenly.
- Sauté Aromatics and Spinach: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened and translucent. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant. Add the spinach and cook until wilted if fresh or warmed through if using frozen. Remove from heat and let cool slightly to avoid curdling the eggs when mixed.
- Mix the Filling: In a large bowl, combine the cooled spinach mixture with crumbled feta, ricotta cheese, beaten eggs, milk, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper. Mix everything thoroughly to create a uniform filling.
- Assemble the Casserole: Pour the spinach and cheese mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly for consistent cooking.
- Prepare Topping: In a small bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, and melted butter until the crumbs are evenly coated.
- Bake: Sprinkle the breadcrumb topping evenly over the casserole. Bake in the preheated oven for 30–35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is set in the center.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the casserole to cool slightly before serving to let it set further and make serving easier.
Notes
- This casserole serves nicely as a vegetarian main course or a flavorful side dish.
- For extra flavor, consider adding fresh dill or parsley to the spinach mixture.
- You can prepare the casserole a day ahead, refrigerate it, and bake just before serving for convenience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
