Anti-Inflammatory Stuffed Spinach & Feta Bread is very tasty. This stuffed bread is prepared in 55 minutes, so it is good for making a quick lunch or dinner. It contains whole-wheat flour, spinach, feta cheese, garlic, olive oil, red onion, seasonings, parsley, oregano, lemon juice, & turmeric. This dish has feta cheese in it, so it is not safe for people with dairy allergies. We have to use vegan feta cheese instead, so it is suitable for a dairy-free diet. This stuffed bread stores nicely, and its taste and texture will remain good, so we can easily prepare it in advance for meal prep. Serve this Anti-Inflammatory Stuffed Spinach & Feta Bread with Greek salad, roasted veggies, & vegetable soup.
STATS:
- Caloric Count: 240 kcal
- Required Prep Duration: Twenty-five minutes
- Serving size: 1
- Cook time: 30 minutes
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Total time: 55 minutes
- Course: Appetizer, Lunch, Side Dish
- Diet: Anti-Inflammatory, Vegetarian
- Serving: 8
INGREDIENTS:
DOUGH:
- 2 cups whole-wheat flour
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2¼ tsp. active dry yeast
- 1 tsp. honey
- ¾ cup warm water
- 2 tbsp. olive oil
- ½ tsp. salt
SPINACH AND FETA FILLING:
- 10 ounces fresh spinach
- 1 cup feta cheese crumbs
- 1 small red onion
- 2 tbsp. parsley
- 3 garlic cloves
- One tsp. oregano — dried
- 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
- ¼ tsp. black pepper powder
- One tbsp. olive oil
- ¼ tsp. turmeric powder
- 1 tbsp. sesame seeds
TOPPING:
- 1 tsp. olive oil
- 1 tsp. sesame seeds
INGREDIENT NOTES:
WHOLE-WHEAT FLOUR:
- Utilize the whole-wheat flour to make this stuffed bread. It will provide more fiber and a hearty texture to the dough. We have to combine it with all-purpose flour so the bread will be easier to roll and shape.
ACTIVE DRY YEAST:
- Include the active dry yeast to help the dough rise nicely and provide a soft texture. We have to combine it with warm water and honey so it activates properly.
FRESH SPINACH:
- Add the fresh spinach to prepare the filling. It will provide vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidant compounds to the bread. We have to cook it until wilted and remove excess moisture so the bread does not become soggy.
FETA CHEESE:
- Add the crumbled feta cheese to provide a creamy texture and tangy flavor in the filling. We would also utilize reduced-sodium feta instead if required to lower the sodium content. Utilize the plant-based feta cheese instead if you have a dairy allergy.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Include the honey, dry yeast, & warm water in the mixing vessel, mix, and leave for five to ten minutes.
- Then include the all-purpose flour, olive oil, wheat flour, and salt and mix to form the dough.
- Now sprinkle the flour on the shelf, then knead the dough for eight minutes till it gets smooth & flexible.
- Add the dough to the oiled bowl, cover it with a clean towel, and leave it for 45 minutes to one hour in a warm place so it rises.
- Add one tbsp. oil in the pan and warm it on a medium flame.
- Include the onions & cook for 3-4 minutes till it gets soft.
- Then add the garlic in pan & saute for 30 seconds.
- Include the spinach in the pan and cook for three to five minutes till it wilts and the moisture evaporates.
- Put the pan on the shelf to cool the spinach lightly.
- Now heat the oven to 375°F and put the parchment on the tray.
- Add the dough to the floured shelf and roll it to form the big rectangle.
- Now add the feta & spinach filling to half of the dough and leave some borders.
- Now fold the other half on the filing and press the corners strongly and pinch them to seal.
- Put the bread on the prepared tray and apply the oil lightly on the surface.
- Add the sesame seeds on top and bake the bread for twenty-five to thirty minutes till the bread gets golden.
- When the bread gets bakes, cool it for 10 minutes, then make 8 portions and serve the dish.
TIPS:
- Properly cook the spinach till it wilts and all the moisture evaporates.
- Leave the filling to get cool then spread it on the dough to shape them easily.
- Let the bread rest for ten minutes, then make the slices so the filling sets.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Let the bread cool, then add it to the box & store for 3 to 4 days.
FREEZER:
- You can cover the bread in plastic, then add it to the box & freeze for two months.
FAQs:
Will I add the frozen spinach in the dish?
- Yes, include the frozen spinach but defrost it first and squeeze out all its water content then add in pan.
How to make the bread without dairy?
- Utilize the vegan feta cheese to make the bread without dairy.
What other vegetables should I add in the filling?
- Include the mushrooms, zucchini, & roasted red pepper in the filling to make it more flavorful.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 240 kcal
Net carbs: 30 g
Iron: 2.5 mg
Total carbs: 35 g
Vitamin A: 180 mcg RAE
Fiber: 5 g
Calcium: 120 mg
Protein: 9 g
Serving size: 1
Sodium: 390 mg
Serving: 1
Potassium: 250 mg
