Appetizer · Side Dish · Eastern European ·

Croatian Soparnik with Swiss Chard and Onion

Name: Croatian Soparnik with Swiss Chard and Onion
Prep time: 40 min
Cook time: 120 min
Total time: 160 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Appetizer
Ingredients: All-purpose flour, 500g; Salt, 1 teaspoon; Water (lukewarm), 250 ml; Olive oil, 4 tablespoons; Swiss chard, 500g, washed and chopped; Onions, 2 medium, finely diced; Garlic cloves, 6, minced; Salt and pepper, to taste; Olive oil, 3 tablespoons; Olive oil, 2 tablespoons; Garlic cloves, 4, minced

Soparnik is a traditional Croatian savory pie filled with Swiss chard and onions. It features a thin, flaky crust and is typically served as a simple yet flavorful appetizer or side dish.

4.1(290 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·July 23, 2025

Croatian Soparnik with Swiss Chard and Onion — Appetizer served and photographed from above

Prep

40 min

Cook

2 h

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Dough

For the Filling

For the Topping

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 394 kcal
Protein: 8.13 g
Carbs: 54.5 g
Fat: 16.25 g
Fiber: 3.5 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 3153 kcal
Protein: 65 g
Carbs: 436 g
Fat: 130 g
Fiber: 28 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
All-purpose flour 500g	1820	52	382	2	15
Salt 1 teaspoon	0	0	0	0	0
Water (lukewarm) 250 ml	0	0	0	0	0
Olive oil 4 tablespoons	480	0	0	56	0
Swiss chard 500g, washed and chopped	105	8	19	2	7
Onions 2 medium, finely diced	88	2	22	0	4
Garlic cloves 6, minced	36	2	8	0	1
Salt and pepper to taste	0	0	0	0	0
Olive oil 3 tablespoons	360	0	0	42	0
Olive oil 2 tablespoons	240	0	0	28	0
Garlic cloves 4, minced	24	1	5	0	1

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Filling

1
Combine ingredients
In a bowl, combine Swiss chard, onions, and minced garlic.
2
Season
Season with salt, pepper, and 3 tablespoons of olive oil.
3
Rest
Let the mixture sit for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Preparing the Dough

1
Mix dry ingredients
In a large bowl, mix flour and salt.
2
Form the dough
Gradually add water and 4 tablespoons of olive oil, mixing until a dough forms.
3
Knead and rest
Knead the dough for 10 minutes, then cover and let rest for 20 minutes.
Tip: ⚠ Important: Do not overfill with the chard mixture; it will make rolling the dough difficult. 💡 Pro Tip: Use a rolling pin to ensure the dough is evenly thin.

How to Make Croatian Soparnik with Swiss Chard and Onion

Total time: 2 h 40 min · Yields 8 servings

1
Roll and Fill
Divide the dough into two equal parts. Roll each out to a thin circle. Spread the filling on one piece, leaving a border, and cover with the second dough circle.
2
Seal Edges
Pinch the edges together, folding them over to create a seal.
3
Bake Soparnik
Transfer to a baking sheet and bake in a preheated oven at 200°C (392°F) for 30 minutes until golden brown.