Golden Spinach and Feta Bake (Print version)

A savory crustless spinach and feta bake with herbs, Greek yogurt, eggs, and a golden cheesy top.

# Ingredients:

For the batter

01 - 1 cup (240 g) plain Greek yogurt
02 - 3 large eggs
03 - 1/3 cup (80 ml) olive oil, plus more for the pan
04 - 1/2 cup (120 ml) water
05 - 3/4 cup (95 g) all-purpose flour
06 - 1/2 teaspoon fine salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
08 - 4 oz (115 g) feta cheese, crumbled

For the spinach filling

09 - 10 oz (285 g) fresh spinach, tough stems removed and leaves chopped
10 - 3 green onions, thinly sliced
11 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
12 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
13 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
14 - 2 oz (55 g) feta cheese, crumbled
15 - 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional

For the topping

16 - 1/3 cup (35 g) shredded Gruyere, kefalotyri, or Parmesan
17 - 1 teaspoon olive oil for drizzling

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush a 9-inch round or square baking dish with olive oil.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk the Greek yogurt until smooth. Whisk in the eggs, olive oil, water, salt, and pepper. Add the flour and whisk until no dry streaks remain, then fold in 4 oz (115 g) feta.
03 - In another bowl, combine the chopped spinach, green onions, parsley, dill, 1 tablespoon olive oil, remaining feta, and red pepper flakes if using. Toss well, keeping the salt light because the feta is salty.
04 - Spread half of the batter in the prepared dish. Add the spinach filling in an even layer. Spoon the remaining batter over the top, leaving a few green spots showing.
05 - Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the top and drizzle with 1 teaspoon olive oil.
06 - Bake for 45-55 minutes, until the top is deeply golden, the edges are browned, and the center feels set when gently pressed.
07 - Let the bake cool for 10-15 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.

# Good to know:

01 - Use thawed frozen spinach if needed, but squeeze it very dry before mixing.
02 - Resting before slicing helps the bake hold clean pieces.
03 - Serve warm, room temperature, or gently reheated.

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