🧀 Mediterranean Spinach & Feta Crisps 

Crispy on the outside, soft and savory inside — these crisps make the perfect snack, appetizer, or side dish!

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⭐ Ingredients (Makes 10–12 crisps)

For the mixture:

• 2 cups fresh spinach, finely chopped (or 1 cup cooked, squeezed dry)

• 1 cup crumbled feta cheese

• 1 small onion, very finely chopped

• 1 egg, beaten

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 2–3 tbsp whole wheat breadcrumbs (or oats)

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• ½ tsp dried oregano

• ¼ tsp dried thyme

• ¼ tsp black pepper

• Pinch of salt (optional—feta is salty)

For frying or baking:

• Olive oil spray (for baking)
  or

• 2–3 tbsp olive oil (for shallow fry)

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🥣 Instructions

1. Prepare the spinach

• If using fresh spinach: sauté it for 2–3 minutes until wilted, then squeeze out ALL moisture.

• If using frozen spinach: thaw and squeeze dry completely.

2. Make the mixture

In a bowl, combine:
✔ chopped spinach
✔ feta cheese
✔ onion
✔ egg
✔ garlic
✔ olive oil
✔ breadcrumbs
✔ oregano + thyme
✔ pepper

Mix until you get a thick, scoopable batter.
Add a little more breadcrumbs if too wet.

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🔥 3. Shape and cook

Option A: Pan-Fried (crispiest)

1. Heat olive oil in a pan.

2. Drop spoonfuls of the mixture and flatten lightly.

3. Cook 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp.

Option B: Baked (lighter)

1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).

2. Line a tray, lightly grease, and spoon the mixture into small disks.

3. Bake 15–18 minutes, flip halfway, until crisp and golden.

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🍋 4. Serve

Pair with:

• Greek yogurt + lemon dip

• Tzatziki

• Garlic yogurt sauce

• Hummus

Garnish with fresh dill, parsley, or a squeeze of lemon.

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🇬🇷 Mediterranean Tips

• Add sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.

• Substitute feta with halloumi for a firmer crisp.

• Add grated zucchini (well squeezed) for variation.