Mini Pita Crab Florentine

Elevate your appetizer game with these irresistible Mini Pita Crab Florentine bites—a fusion of creamy, savory, and sophisticated flavors that will wow your guests. This easy-to-make recipe combines tender lump crab meat, sautéed garlic-infused spinach, and tangy cream cheese, all folded together with a sprinkle of Parmesan and a hint of zesty lemon juice. Perfectly tucked into mini pita pockets and baked to crispy perfection, each bite delivers a warm, melt-in-your-mouth experience with a satisfying crunch. Ready in just 25 minutes, these elegant finger foods make an ideal choice for holiday gatherings, parties, or an upscale snack at home. With seafood, spinach, and Mediterranean-inspired flavors at the heart, this dish combines nutrition and indulgence in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 pieces Mini pita bread
• 1 cup Lump crab meat
• 2 cups Fresh spinach
• 4 ounces Cream cheese
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 3

Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, until wilted. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Step 4

In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, lump crab meat, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and well combined.

Step 5

Chop the cooked spinach finely and fold it into the crab mixture.

Step 6

Cut each mini pita bread in half to create small pockets. Gently open the pockets and stuff each one with 1-2 tablespoons of the crab Florentine mixture.

Step 7

Place the stuffed pita halves on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the pita is slightly crispy and the filling is warmed through.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let cool for 2-3 minutes before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy your Mini Pita Crab Florentine!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	656.1 grams (656.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1325

Total Fat 70.80g	91%
Saturated Fat 33.60g	168%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.00g
Cholesterol 280mg	93%
Sodium 3872mg	168%
Total Carbohydrate 95.80g	35%
Dietary Fiber 7.80g	28%
Total Sugars 4.70g
Protein 78.60g	157%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 907mg	70%
Iron 9mg	52%
Potassium 1210mg	26%

*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: 47.7%

Protein: 23.6%

Carbs: 28.7%