Description
This Zucchini and Spinach Pie is a delightful savory vegetable pie that’s perfect for any time of day. Packed with grated zucchini, chopped spinach, and a blend of cheeses, all baked to golden perfection in a flaky crust or crustless option.
Ingredients
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For the Pie:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium zucchinis, grated and squeezed dry
- 4 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 sheet puff pastry or 1 prepared pie crust (optional)
- butter or oil for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch pie dish. If using puff pastry or pie crust, press it into the bottom of the dish and prick the base with a fork.
- Sauté onions and garlic: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté the onion until soft, then add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
- Cook zucchini and spinach: Add grated zucchini and cook until moisture evaporates. Add spinach, oregano, salt, and pepper, and cook until spinach wilts. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Prepare filling: In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, ricotta, feta, Parmesan, and parsley. Stir in the zucchini-spinach mixture.
- Bake: Pour the filling into the prepared pie dish. Bake for 35–40 minutes until set and golden. Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- You can skip the crust for a gluten-free and lower-carb version.
- This pie is delicious warm or at room temperature, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner.
- Enhance with fresh dill or mint for an herbaceous twist.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
