This is the perfect equation for a satisfying weeknight meal: quick prep, maximum flavor, and the oven does the rest!

The spinach and feta combination is classic, delicious, and incredibly easy to make. This recipe is inspired by the Greek Spanakopita (spinach pie), but skips the complicated layering of puff pastry with a simple, creamy, and delicious baking method.

Here’s a recipe for a creamy spinach and feta baked dip/ragu that only requires 15 minutes of prep time.

🌿🧀 Quick Spinach and Feta Baked
This dish is a hearty, vegetarian, flavor-packed side dish or light main course, perfect for dipping or eating with crusty bread.

📋 Ingredients
Ingredients Quantity Notes
Frozen, chopped spinach $2 \text{ (280g) packages}$ Thawed and very well drained/pressed dry.
Feta cheese $8 \text{ ounces}$ Crumbled (about $1.5 \text{ cups}$).
Cream cheese (softened) $4 \text{ ounces}$ Half a block, for richness and to add to the dressing.
Sour cream or Greek yogurt $1/2 \text{ cup}$ For a creamy texture and tangy flavor.
1 large egg For binding.

2 cloves garlic, minced.
Lemon zest $1/2 \text{ teaspoon}$ Essential for zest.
Dill (fresh or dried) $1 \text{ teaspoon}$ A key spice in Greek cuisine.
Olive oil $1 \text{ tablespoon}$
Salt and pepper To taste Note: Feta cheese is already salty! Optional topping $1/4 \text{ cup}$ Panko breadcrumbs + $1 \text{ tablespoon}$ melted butter. For a crispy finish.
🛠️ Preparation (15-minute prep)
I. Preparation (5 minutes)

Preheat and prep: Preheat oven to $375^\circ\text{F}$ ($190^\circ\text{C}$). Lightly grease a medium-sized baking dish (about $8 \times 8 \text{ inches}$).
Drain spinach: This is the most important step! Place the thawed spinach in a clean dish towel or paper towel and squeeze out as much liquid as possible. The excess water will make the dip runny.

Softening the Cheese: Make sure the cream cheese is soft so it can be easily mixed.
II. Assembly (10 minutes)
Creamy Base: In a large bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, sour cream (or yogurt), and large egg until smooth. Adding Flavors: Stir in the chopped garlic, dill, lemon zest, olive oil, and a pinch of pepper (save the salt for now).
Tossing: Add the dried spinach and crumbled feta cheese to the bowl. Mix until smooth.
Taste and adjust: Taste the mixture and add salt only if needed (feta is usually enough).

Topping: Pour mixture into prepared baking dish. Smooth top with a spatula.
Optional topping: If desired, mix 1/4 \text{ cup}$ panko crumbs with 1 \text{ tablespoon}$ melted butter and sprinkle on top for crunch.
III. Bake (the oven will do the rest)
Bake: Bake for 25 \text{ – } 30 \text{ minutes, or until top is golden brown, edges are bubbly, and mixture is heated through.
To serve: Let cool for 5 \text{ minutes before serving warm. Serve with toasted pita bread, baguette slices, or crispy veggie sticks. Enjoy a delicious, easy-to-prepare meal!