Cheesy Spinach Parcels Recipe

Name: Cheesy Spinach Parcels
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 225 g fresh spinach, washed; 1 tablespoon peanut oil; 1 large shallot, finely diced; 25 g walnuts or 25 g pine nuts, roughly chopped; 75 g vegetarian cheddar cheese, grated; ½ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg; 2 tablespoons double cream; 1 teaspoon walnut oil; 25 g butter, melted; 12 sheets phyllo pastry, each measuring 16cm x 16cm

Servings: persons

1
Heat oven to 190C
2
Place spinach in a pan and stir over a high heat until wilted.
3
Strain, squeeze out as much liquid as possible, then roughly chop.
4
Heat oil in a frying pan, saute shallot until softened.
5
Add walnuts, then fry for 2-3 minutes Remove from heat, stir in spinach, cheese, nutmeg, cream and seasoning.
6
Mix walnut oil with butter.
7
Brush a thin coating on a piece of pastry.
8
Place another piece on top with corners at a different angle, brush with the butter and repeat with one more piece.
9
Place a spoonful of spinach mix in the centre, bring up corners of pastry and pinch in the middle to form a parcel.
10
Repeat to make remaining parcels, then transfer to a greased baking tray.
11
Brush parcels with remaining butter and oil.
12
Bake for 20 mins until golden.

231

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 225 g fresh spinach, washed, 1 tablespoon peanut oil, 1 large shallot, finely diced, 25 g walnuts or 25 g pine nuts, roughly chopped, and more.

Yes, Cheesy Spinach Parcels falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cheesy Spinach Parcels

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Variations & substitutions

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