Diabetic-Friendly Spanakopita (Low-Carb Spinach Pie)
🥣 Ingredients
Filling:
- 2 cups fresh spinach (chopped)
- 1 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
- ½ cup cottage cheese or ricotta
- 2 eggs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp onion (finely chopped)
- Salt & pepper
- Optional: dill or parsley
Crust Options (choose one):
✅ Option 1: Low-Carb Almond Crust
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Pinch of salt
✅ Option 2: No-Crust (Crustless Bake)
- Skip crust completely → lowest carb option
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Prepare Filling:
- Sauté onion + garlic in olive oil
- Add spinach and cook until wilted
- Let cool slightly
- Mix in feta, cottage cheese, eggs, and herbs
2. Prepare Crust (if using):
- Mix almond flour, egg, olive oil, and salt
- Press into a greased baking dish
- Pre-bake at 180°C (350°F) for 8–10 minutes
3. Assemble:
- Pour spinach mixture into crust (or dish if crustless)
4. Bake:
- Bake 25–30 minutes until set and lightly golden
✅ Why this is diabetic-friendly
- No refined flour (no phyllo)
- High protein & healthy fats → slower glucose release
- Spinach adds fiber and nutrients
- Lower total carbs than traditional version
⚖️ Portion Tip
- Cut into small squares (1–2 pieces per serving)
- Pair with a salad for balanced meal
💡 Flavor Boost Tips
- Add nutmeg (traditional Greek flavor)
- Sprinkle sesame seeds on top
- Use a mix of cheeses for richer taste
🔁 Want it closer to traditional?
You can use 1–2 thin sheets of Phyllo dough only on top instead of full layers to reduce carbs while keeping that crispy feel.
