What inspired the creator to develop a vegan version of traditional Greek spanakopita?
Mouth-Watering Greek Vegan Recipe: Vegan Spanakopita
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Spanakopita is a traditional Greek dish made with spinach and feta cheese wrapped in phyllo pastry. This recipe is a vegan version of the classic dish that is just as delicious and easy to make. It’s perfect for a party, potluck or as a main dish for dinner. The combination of spinach, herbs and vegan cheese makes this dish a flavorful and healthy meal that everyone will enjoy.
Ingredients
![Vegan Feta Cheese](https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/61kQwjp2XwL._SL1500_.jpg)
Vegan Feta Cheese (4 oz)
![Fresh Spinach](https://www.thespruceeats.com/thmb/YAsjN4Q1tGn4icvG0WSjHJtqCDw=/4000x3000/filters:fill(auto,1)/chopped-fresh-spinach-555422-01-befc43aade0144c5a6dda02ecb0ed4df.jpg)
Fresh Spinach (10 oz)
![Phyllo Pastry](https://www.thespruceeats.com/thmb/eFSDyagsR3b4WCKz7ddCVzX4zV4=/2000x1500/filters:fill(auto,1)/GettyImages-658070101-f167d497bc334007a0d345dab101dc5e.jpg)
Phyllo Pastry (16 oz)
![Lemon Juice](https://www.thespruceeats.com/thmb/u92jL_MltOzdC2JENJTMP9-wyfw=/4000x3000/filters:fill(auto,1)/lemon-juice-2500-56a206583df78cf7726aa22d.jpg)
Lemon Juice (1 Tbsp)
![Olive Oil](https://www.thespruceeats.com/thmb/aMb25IN4JrKQASW_1rc92I0Eu9E=/1500x1125/smart/filters:no_upscale()/olive-oil-raw-307867-hero-01-cd96253b38a042aaa055f39133a081e7.jpg)
Olive Oil (2 Tbsp)
![Dried Dill](https://www.thespruceeats.com/thmb/GsGaL5G5z4zvEfS8okR4Xf6t_j4=/4000x2667/smart/filters:no_upscale()/dried-dill-2500-56a20af83df78cf7726a7fa3.jpg)
Dried Dill (1 tsp)
![Sea Salt](https://www.bearnaked.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/sea-salt.jpg)
Sea Salt (1/2 tsp)
![Ground Nutmeg](https://www.thespruceeats.com/thmb/ZxTl3zdEs308_ZJOkcDBr75XO_c=/4000x2667/filters:fill(auto,1)/ground-nutmeg-2500-56a206ae5f9b58b7d0c0b5f2.jpg)
Ground Nutmeg (1/4 tsp)
Directions
![Step 1](https://www.thespruceeats.com/thmb/WUvxBz4LHNPZu-ZDHiE7auZOWjY=/4032x3024/filters:fill(auto,1)/IMG_0626-235be9fffa8a49d29a6cf23f7de905f0.jpg)
Step 1
- Preheat the oven to 375°F/190°C.
- Thaw phyllo pastry according to package directions.
![Step 2](https://www.thespruceeats.com/thmb/G3ZT4u_O4HAtw2v5b5LvZ68KBxo=/4000x2667/filters:fill(auto,1)/IMG_0627-ef3a5859da0f441fa7a8e0634eb2acf3.jpg)
Step 2
- Wash and chop spinach.
- In a large bowl, mix spinach, vegan feta cheese, lemon juice, olive oil, dried dill, sea salt and ground nutmeg until combined.
![Step 3](https://www.thespruceeats.com/thmb/T-XF_kE2i-INh52YfHCTtsAt1Uo=/4000x2667/filters:fill(auto,1)/IMG_0628-c0a4c2e970244f52a683b51c8e95bbec.jpg)
Step 3
- Unroll phyllo pastry and cut into strips about 2 inches wide.
- Take a strip of phyllo pastry and brush with olive oil.
- Place a tablespoon of spinach mixture on one end of the strip.