Spanakopita recipe is a traditional Greek savoury pastry filled with spinach, feta cheese, onions, and herbs (typically dill) wrapped in flaky filo (phyllo) dough. Derived from Greek spanaki (spinach) and pita (pie), it is a popular appetiser, often found in Greek bakeries. However, you can celebrate Greek food by making this flaky pastry at home. To start with, sweat your spinach, i.e. wring out all moisture, otherwise it will impact the texture and taste of the filling. The filling is not difficult to make – all you need to do is make sure the ingredients are well combined. However, working with filo pastry requires careful precision. Filo pastry sheets are extremely delicate, paper-thin, and require gentle handling because they dry out and tear quickly. The spinach spanakopita is commonly served as a snack, part of a brunch, or paired with a salad for lunch or dinner. It is also served as part of a mezze platter in Greek restaurants and households. You can make this spanakopita recipe for an intimate get-together, or as part of a themed party on Greek food. Serve it with a fresh, crisp salad or a simple, hung curd dip to balance the creamy, cheesy goodness of the pastry.