Description
This Spinach Casserole with Feta Cheese is a flavorful and nutritious dish that combines the richness of feta and Parmesan with the freshness of spinach and a hint of nutmeg. Perfect for a comforting family meal or as a side dish for a special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 (10-ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach (thawed and squeezed dry)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
- Sauté onion and garlic: In a skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil and sauté the onion for 4–5 minutes until softened. Add the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds. Transfer to a mixing bowl.
- Mix ingredients: Combine cooked onion and garlic with spinach, eggs, ricotta, feta, Parmesan, milk, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Stir well.
- Bake: Pour the mixture into the prepared dish, spread evenly, and bake for 35–40 minutes until set and golden on top.
- Cool and serve: Let the casserole cool for 5–10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- You can use fresh spinach—just sauté and drain before mixing.
- Add sun-dried tomatoes or herbs like dill or parsley for extra flavor.
- This dish works well as a vegetarian main or a side for roasted meats.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 125mg