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Turkish Gözleme with Spinach and Feta

Name: Turkish Gözleme with Spinach and Feta
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 120 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: All-purpose flour, 2 cups; Salt, 1 teaspoon; Olive oil, 2 tablespoons; Water, 3/4 cup, as needed; Olive oil, 1 tablespoon; Onion, finely chopped, 1 small; Fresh spinach, roughly chopped, 2 cups; Feta cheese, crumbled, 1 cup; Salt and pepper, To taste; Butter or olive oil, 1 tablespoon, for brushing; Lemon wedges, For serving

Gözleme is a beloved Turkish street food, known for its crispy exterior and delicious fillings. This version combines spinach and feta for a classic flavor combination that delights the senses.

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·By Ethan Brooks·September 12, 2025

Turkish Gözleme with Spinach and Feta — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Dough

For the Spinach and Feta Filling

For Cooking the Gözleme

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 447 kcal
Protein: 12.3 g
Carbs: 46.1 g
Fat: 23.9 g
Fiber: 2.6 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 1788 kcal
Protein: 49 g
Carbs: 184.3 g
Fat: 95.5 g
Fiber: 10.5 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
All-purpose flour 2 cups	910	24	190	2	6
Salt 1 teaspoon	0	0	0	0	0
Olive oil 2 tablespoons	238	0	0	27	0
Water 3/4 cup, as needed	0	0	0	0	0
Olive oil 1 tablespoon	119	0	0	13.5	0
Onion, finely chopped 1 small	16	0.4	3.7	0	0.7
Fresh spinach, roughly chopped 2 cups	14	1.8	2.2	0.2	1.3
Feta cheese, crumbled 1 cup	396	22	6	32	0
Salt and pepper To taste	0	0	0	0	0
Butter or olive oil 1 tablespoon, for brushing	95	0	0	10	0
Lemon wedges For serving	0	0	0	0	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Making the Dough

1
Combine dry ingredients
Combine flour and salt in a large mixing bowl.
2
Form the dough
Add olive oil and slowly incorporate water while mixing until a pliable dough forms.
3
Knead and rest
Knead the dough for about 5-7 minutes until smooth, then cover and let it rest for 30 minutes.

Preparing the Spinach and Feta Filling

1
Sauté onions
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat, add onions, and sauté until soft.
2
Cook spinach
Add chopped spinach, cook until wilted, then transfer to a bowl.
3
Finish filling
Mix in the feta cheese and season with salt and pepper.

How to Make Turkish Gözleme with Spinach and Feta

Total time: 2 h · Yields 4 servings

1
Shaping the Gözleme
Divide the dough into 4 even portions, roll each into a thin circle. Place filling on one half, fold the other half over, and seal edges.
2
Cooking the Gözleme
Heat a skillet over medium heat, brush with butter or olive oil, and cook each Gözleme until golden brown on both sides.
3
Finishing Touch
Serve warm, with lemon wedges for a fresh citrus kick.