Heart-Healthy Savory Meat Pastry
Discover the perfect blend of indulgence and nutrition with this Heart-Healthy Savory Meat Pastry recipe! Crafted with whole wheat flour and cold-pressed olive oil, the flaky, golden crust envelops a flavorful filling made of lean ground turkey, fresh spinach, and aromatic herbs like oregano and thyme. Low-fat feta cheese adds a creamy tang, while low sodium soy sauce enhances the savory profile without compromising health-conscious choices. These delightful pastries are baked to perfection, brushed with egg whites for a crisp finish, and served warm for a comforting yet wholesome treat. Perfect for a light dinner, nutritious lunch, or impressive appetizer, these heart-healthy meat pastries are easy to prepare and ideal for health-forward food enthusiasts seeking a delicious, guilt-free option.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 0.25 cup cold-pressed olive oil
- 0.5 cup cold water
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 large onion
- 3 garlic cloves
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
- 0.5 cup low-fat feta cheese
- 1 egg white
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large bowl, combine 2 cups of whole wheat flour and 0.25 cup of cold-pressed olive oil. Mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add 0.5 cup of cold water, and stir with a fork until a dough starts to form. If the dough is too dry, add a little more water, one tablespoon at a time.
Roll the dough into a ball, cover it with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
Meanwhile, heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and spray lightly with cooking spray.
Add 1 lb of lean ground turkey and cook for 5 minutes, breaking up the meat with a spatula, until browned.
Chop 1 large onion and mince 3 garlic cloves. Add them to the turkey, and cook for another 5 minutes.
Stir in 2 cups of fresh spinach, 2 tablespoons of low sodium soy sauce, 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, and 1 teaspoon of dried thyme. Cook until the spinach wilts.
Remove the mixture from heat and let it cool slightly. Mix in 0.5 cup of low-fat feta cheese.
Remove the dough from the refrigerator, and roll it out on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch (3 mm) thickness.
Cut the dough into six 6-inch circles using a round cutter or a small bowl.
Place a spoonful of the turkey mixture in the center of each dough circle.
Fold the dough in half over the filling, and seal the edges by pressing with a fork.
Transfer the pastries to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Beat 1 egg white and brush it lightly over the pastries.
Bake the pastries in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
Allow to cool slightly before serving, and enjoy your heart-healthy savory meat pastry!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2505 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 115.4 g | 148% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.0 g | 130% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 414 mg | 138% | |
| Sodium | 2825 mg | 123% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 211.1 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.8 g | 114% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.8 g | ||
| Protein | 185.7 g | 371% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 885 mg | 68% | |
| Iron | 18.2 mg | 101% | |
| Potassium | 2836 mg | 60% | |
*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.
