Grilled Spinach and Feta Bites

These flavorful grilled spinach bites are a quick and easy appetizer, perfect for summer gatherings. The slight char from the grill adds a smoky depth to the earthy spinach, complemented by the salty feta and a touch of lemon.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Total Time

20 minutes

Calories

245 kcal

Difficulty

Easy

Equipment

3 items

Cost

£1.07/serving

Season:

Meal Type:

Cuisine:

Main Ingredient:

Cooking Style:

Quick & Easy•Grilling

Occasion:

Weeknight Dinner

Mood:

Light & Fresh•Healthy

Ingredients

Servings

10ouncesFresh Spinach(Baby spinach works best)

£1.20

4ouncesFeta Cheese(Crumbled)

£2.00

2tablespoonsOlive Oil(Extra Virgin)

£0.25

1Lemon(Juice and zest)

£0.60

2clovesGarlic(Minced)

£0.15

0.3teaspoonRed Pepper Flakes(Optional, for heat)

£0.05

to tasteSalt

£0.01

to tasteBlack Pepper(Freshly ground)

£0.02

Total Cost

£4.28

£1.07 per serving

Instructions

1.
Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
2.
In a large bowl, combine spinach, feta cheese, olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper. Toss well to coat the spinach evenly.
3.
Using tongs, carefully arrange small portions of the spinach mixture directly on the hot grill grates. You can also use a grill basket if desired to prevent spinach from falling through.
4.
Grill for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the spinach is slightly wilted and has some char marks. Be careful not to overcook, as the spinach can become bitter.
5.
Remove from the grill and serve immediately as an appetizer. Garnish with extra feta cheese and a squeeze of lemon juice, if desired.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (88g)

245 kcal / 1025 kJ

Carbs

3% of RDA

Fat

18g

26% of RDA

Protein

11g

22% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

4 g

13% of RDA

Sugar

3 g

3% of RDA

Sodium

580 mg

25% of RDA

Saturated Fat

7 g

35% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For easier grilling, consider using a grill basket. This will prevent the spinach from falling through the grates.

Don't overcrowd the grill. Work in batches to ensure even cooking and charring.

Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your preference for spiciness.

If you don't have a grill, you can also quickly saute the spinach mixture in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Cooking Equipment

Grill

Mixing Bowl

Tongs

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