Prepare a spinach pie: easy and quick
Mix the flour, margarine, and water. Let it rest for 20 minutes. Use it to line a baking pan and brush with an egg yolk. Reserve some of the batter to cover the cake.
- 200 grams of prepared flour
- 50 grams of margarine
- 1 egg yolk
- 4 tablespoons of cold water
- ½ kilo of boiled and chopped spinach
- 1/4 cup of water
- ½ diced onion
- 2 cloves of minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons of grated Parmesan cheese
- 150 grams of fresh cheese
- 2 egg whites
- 1 tablespoon of flour
- 1/4 cup of skim milk or light fresh milk
- ½ tablespoon of oil
- Salt and pepper
- Mix the flour, margarine, and water. Let it rest for 20 minutes. Use it to line a baking pan and brush with an egg yolk. Reserve some of the batter to cover the cake.
- For the filling, sauté the garlic and onion in oil. Stir in the water, flour, milk, and spinach. Mix well and let cool. Fold in the stiffly beaten egg whites; this will give the pie volume. Season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the filling into the mold. Arrange the fresh cheese in pieces and scatter the Parmesan. Cover with the reserved dough.
- Bake in a moderate oven (180°C or 356°F) for 45 minutes. Remove, let cool, and serve.
Serve with: 1 portion of green leaf salad seasoned with lemon and vinegar.
This pie can be served as a starter if the main course contains vegetables and a protein.
It can also be a main dish if complemented with a portion of protein (chicken or turkey).
Is it healthy to eat spinach pie?
Spinach contains minerals such as potassium and iron, as well as vitamins A, C, and K. Consuming spinach promotes heart health and helps regulate blood pressure. Furthermore, it helps protect cells from damage caused by external agents, such as pollution.
What is the best cheese to accompany spinach?
This spinach pie recipe includes Parmesan cheese and fresh cheese.
This is a recipe low in fat, sugar, and carbohydrates.
