Greek Spinach Pie Recipe (Spanakopita)

Notes:

Can we use frozen spinach?

Yes, you can use frozen spinach for this recipe. Make sure your spinach is very well drained, and squeeze out any excess liquid by hand.

How to make Spanakopita ahead?

You can prepare spanakopita a day ahead, following the directions for the assembly and keep in the fridge until the moment you ready to bake.

How to store spanakopita after baking?

After the spanakopita is already baked, you can store it in the fridge, covered for up to 4-5 dyas.

Isn’t 2 pounds (900 grams) of spinach too much?

2 pounds (900 grams) of spinach may sound like a lot, but after cooking the spinach, the spinach loses a lot of liquid and loses a lot of its volume. You’ll have to trust me it’s not too much.

What can we serve with spanakopita?

You can serve fresh salad, side dishes or maybe another Greek dish like Greek moussaka