Air Fryer Greek Spanakopita

Ingredients:

For the Filling:

• 10 ounces (about 2 cups) fresh spinach, chopped
• 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 egg, beaten
• Salt and pepper to taste
• A pinch of nutmeg (optional)

For the Phyllo Pastry:

• 6-8 sheets of phyllo pastry
• Olive oil or cooking spray for brushing

Instructions:

1. Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (180°C) for a few minutes.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic and sauté until they become translucent.
3. Add the chopped spinach to the skillet and sauté until it wilts and any excess moisture evaporates. This should take about 5-7 minutes. Remove the skillet from heat and let the spinach mixture cool.
4. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooled spinach mixture with the crumbled feta cheese, ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, beaten egg, salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg. Mix everything well.
5. Lay out one sheet of phyllo pastry and brush it with olive oil or use a cooking spray. Place another sheet on top and repeat the process until you have a stack of 2-3 sheets.
6. Cut the phyllo pastry into squares or rectangles, depending on your preference and the size of your air fryer basket.
7. Place a spoonful of the spinach and cheese mixture onto the center of each phyllo square.
8. Fold the phyllo pastry over the filling to create triangles or rectangles, depending on your preference. Make sure to seal the edges well.
9. Brush the top of each spanakopita with olive oil or use a cooking spray to ensure they turn crispy in the air fryer.
10. Place the spanakopita in the air fryer basket in a single layer, making sure they don’t touch each other. You may need to cook them in batches.
11. Air fry at 350°F (180°C) for about 8-10 minutes, or until they turn golden brown and crispy. Check them halfway through the cooking time and adjust if needed.
12. Remove the air-fried spanakopita from the basket and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.