06/03/2026
Pistachio-Feta Spanakopita Roulade
Ingredients
The Filling: 300g (10 oz) fresh spinach (chopped), 200g (7 oz) feta cheese (crumbled), ½ cup whole milk ricotta cheese, 1 small onion (chopped), 2 cloves garlic (minced), ⅓ cup raw pistachios (chopped), 1 tbsp fresh dill & parsley (chopped), zest of 1 lemon, 1 tbsp olive oil, salt & black pepper.
The Pastry & Topping: 8 sheets phyllo dough (thawed), 80g (6 tbsp) unsalted butter (melted), 2 tbsp white sesame seeds, 2 tbsp honey, extra chopped pistachios and fresh mint leaves (for garnish).
Instructions
Sauté Greens: Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion and garlic until translucent and fragrant. Stir in the chopped spinach and cook until fully wilted. Press or squeeze out any excess liquid from the cooked spinach to prevent a soggy pastry, then remove from heat and let cool.
Mix Filling: In a bowl, combine the cooled spinach mixture, crumbled feta, ricotta cheese, chopped pistachios, fresh dill, parsley, and lemon zest. Season lightly with salt and black pepper to taste.
Layer Pastry: Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper. Place one sheet of phyllo dough on a clean work surface and brush it lightly with melted butter. Stack the second sheet directly on top and brush with butter again. Repeat until all 8 sheets are stacked.
Roll: Spread the spinach-feta mixture evenly over the top phyllo sheet, leaving a 2 cm (½-inch) border around the edges. Starting from the long edge, carefully and tightly roll the pastry upward into a log, tucking the sides in as you roll.
Bake: Place the log seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the entire outside generously with the remaining melted butter and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Bake for 30–35 minutes until the log is puffed, crisp, and deep golden brown.
Finish: Let the roulade cool for 5–10 minutes so the filling sets. Use a sharp serrated knife to slice the log into thick rounds. Arrange on a platter, drizzle with warm honey, and garnish with extra chopped pistachios and fresh mint leaves.