This spanakoparatha is the delicious fusion of Greek spanakopita in the flaky and the whole wheat Indian paratha. This flaky and comforting paratha brings together the earthy, savory taste of spinach, herbs and feta cheese in a delightful version reminding your favorite appetizer in a healthy meal form.
Why this paratha?
This spanakoparatha is must to include in your meal plan. First of all, this paratha is packed with flavors. The earthy spinach, herbs, feta all wrapped in a wholesome wheat dough beats everything else. Simple and tasty! The savory filling with a tang is amazing!
This paratha is loaded with spinach and hence it is a great source of iron, fiber, and vitamins. The feta and whole wheat also add to the nutrition profile making it one of the best choices for any meal.
This paratha can be made ahead and hence it is a good choice whem meal prep for the entire week.
Ingredients for spanakoparatha
You will require the following ingredients to make spanakoparatha:
Whole wheat
Salt
Water
Spinach
Feta
Almond flour
Dill, green onion, and parsley
Onion and garlic
Olive oil
Serving Suggestions
This spanakoparatha is a tasty dish that makes a complete meal. I love to serve this with a side of hummus and/or tzatziki. With this combination, it is a delightful meal for a weeknight or weekend. Whenever I have Muhammara or Babaganoush, I pair this paratha with those for yet another flavorful meal.
Storage
This delightful paratha is good to keep outside for a few hours. However, I recommend refrigerating them, as the paratha has feta cheese. You can store this paratha for four to five days in the refrigerator. You can warm the parathas on stove top and serve with delicious hummus. The parathas also freeze fell.
More Paratha Recipes
If you are frequent visitor to the blog, you know that I am sharing tasty whole wheat parathas that will be on your menu often because of its simplicity, nutrition, and flavor as a part of the #2024alphabetchallenge! Here are the recipes that I have shared so far. We are on to the letter 'Q' now, and stay tuned for more paratha recipes.
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Kale Kabocha Paratha
Lentil Lifafa
Spanakoparatha
Ingredients
- 1½ cup Whole wheat flour
- ¾ tsp Salt
- ½ cup Spinach water
- 2-3 tbsp Water
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
For the Filling
- 16 Oz Spinach
- 4 cloves Garlic chopped
- ¼ cup Onion
- 1 Green onion, chopped
- ¼ cup Parsley chopped
- 3 tbsp Dill chopped
- 6 Oz Crumbled feta
- 2 tbsp Almond flour
- 2-3 tbsp Olive oil
Instructions
- Saute the spinach in a pan over medium heat for 3-4 mnutes.
- Squeeze out all the liquis from the spinach mixture. Sert aside and use this to kean the spinach.
- Add all the ingredients liste for the paratha into a stand mixer and knead to a smooth dough using the spinacj water. If needed add plain water. Set aside for 30 minutes.
- In the meantime, saute the onions and garlic for 3-4 minutes. Switch off and add the green onions.Suate for 1 minute or so,.
- Then transfer it to a bowl, add feta, parsley and dill. Combine well.
- Divide he dough into 6 portions. Take a portion an roll, it into a 7-in disc. Spread about quarter cup of the filling leaving a little edge.
- Roll it into a log, slightlue elongate and make a coil. Dust with flour as necessary and roll it into a 7-in disc. Repeat with the remaining discs.
- Heat a cast iron pan. Place the rolled paratha on it and cook one side for 2 minutes. Flip smear with a little oil, flip and cook for 1 minute. Flip and spread a little oil. Set aside to cool.
- Sere with hummus or tzatziki.
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Wendy Klik says
This recipe is going on my list too. I made your Oreo Paratha and posted it on Tuesday. It was a huge hit. Thanks.
magicalingrdnts says
I am glad that you loved oreo parathas. For sure you will love this one too. Thanks Wendy!
Mayuri Patel says
My family loves spanakopita so am sure these spanakoparatha are going to be a hit with my family. What a unique recipe.
magicalingrdnts says
Thanks, Mayuri. I love to make things with my own touch and this is one among them.
hobby baker Kelly says
I love spanakopita, what a brilliant fusion of cuisines!
magicalingrdnts says
Thanks, Kelly! Fusion always opens up new avenues of flavors.
Jolene says
Another crispy and flavor filled delicious snack! I'm so excited to see what you're doing for the rest of the letters!
magicalingrdnts says
Thanks Jolene!
Colleen - Faith, Hope, Love, & Luck says
Oh yeah, these look so good...some of my favorite flavors packed into this lovely paratha!!! I'm always in when it comes to spinach and feta!!!
magicalingrdnts says
Spinach and feta are wonderful pair. You should try this. Thanks Colleen!
Seema Sriram says
How cool is this idea! We loved this twist and it was so easy to make it. that hidden spinach was so good.
magicalingrdnts says
Sneaking helps kids have a healthy meal. I am glad you loved it. Thanks Seema!
Sneha Datar says
A wonderful way to sneak veggies!
Crystal V Yentzen says
I love this spin on paratha! It's healthy and so delicious!