Greek Pasta Pie

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this mouthwatering Greek Pasta Pie, a Mediterranean-inspired twist on comfort food that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. This vibrant dish features tender penne pasta tossed with sautéed spinach, caramelized onions, and aromatic garlic, all bound together by a luscious mixture of creamy Greek yogurt, tangy feta cheese, and fragrant herbs like oregano and dill. Encased in crispy, golden layers of buttery phyllo dough, each slice promises a delightful blend of textures and flavors. Perfect for feeding a hungry crowd, this savory pie is easy to prepare yet elegant enough for special occasions. Whether served as a main course or a hearty side dish, Greek Pasta Pie is a true celebration of Mediterranean cuisine!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 300 g penne pasta
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 200 g fresh spinach
• 150 g feta cheese, crumbled
• 50 g grated Parmesan cheese
• 3 large eggs, lightly beaten
• 200 g Greek yogurt
• 120 ml milk
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried dill
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp butter, melted
• 6 phyllo dough sheets, thawed

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and set it aside.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the penne pasta until al dente according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute.

Step 4

Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook until it wilts, about 3-4 minutes. Remove the skillet from heat.

Step 5

In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, Greek yogurt, milk, oregano, dill, salt, and pepper. Stir in the crumbled feta and half of the Parmesan cheese.

Step 6

Add the cooked pasta and the spinach mixture to the bowl with the egg mixture. Stir until everything is well coated.

Step 7

Brush the bottom and sides of the springform pan with melted butter. Lay one sheet of phyllo dough into the pan, allowing the edges to hang over. Brush the phyllo lightly with butter. Repeat with 5 more sheets, layering each one at a slight angle to cover the pan completely and brushing each with butter.

Step 8

Pour the pasta mixture into the phyllo-lined pan and spread it out evenly. Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese on top.

Step 9

Fold the overhanging phyllo dough over the pasta mixture, brushing the top lightly with more melted butter.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the phyllo is golden brown and crispy.

Step 11

Let the Greek Pasta Pie cool for 10 minutes before carefully removing the sides of the springform pan. Slice and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1565.5 grams (1565.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2957

Total Fat 128.20g	164%
Saturated Fat 56.80g	284%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 813mg	271%
Sodium 5675mg	247%
Total Carbohydrate 327.00g	119%
Dietary Fiber 19.10g	68%
Total Sugars 22.10g
Protein 127.40g	255%

Vitamin D 192IU	957%
Calcium 1906mg	147%
Iron 24mg	135%
Potassium 1661mg	35%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.8%

Protein: 17.2%

Carbs: 44.0%