Cheesy Spinach Feta Recipe
Cheesy Spinach Feta is a flavorful and creamy side dish or appetizer combining tender spinach with tangy feta cheese and melted cheese for a rich, savory treat.
- Author: Mariem
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 30 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 4 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant and translucent.
- Add chopped spinach and cook until wilted. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cooked spinach mixture with cream cheese, feta, and mozzarella. Season with salt and pepper.
- Transfer mixture to a baking dish and bake for 20 minutes, or until bubbly and golden on top.
- Serve warm as a side dish or dip with bread or crackers.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use part-skim cheeses.
- Add crushed red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Great served with pita chips or fresh veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: spinach feta dip, cheesy spinach, baked feta, creamy spinach side