Chard and Feta Pie
Chard and Feta Pie, often called Horta Pie or 'Hortopita' in Greek, is a savory pastry from Greece made with wild or cultivated chard, crumbled feta cheese, and herbs, all wrapped in flaky phyllo dough or a rustic crust. It's a staple in Greek home cooking, especially in regions where foraged greens are abundant.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This pie is moderately high in fat due to the feta cheese and phyllo dough, but it's also a good source of protein and dietary fiber from the chard. A typical serving (about 1/6 of a 9-inch pie) contains roughly 300-400 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 280 kcal |
| Protein | 10 g |
| Carbs | 22 g |
| Fat | 18 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
| Sodium | 450 mg |
| Vitamin A | 300 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin K | 120 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Calcium | 200 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Magnesium | 40 mg |
| Potassium | 350 mg |
| Folate | 60 mcg DFE |
Per 1 piece (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Horta Pie is a classic example of 'laiki kouzina' (folk cuisine), using foraged greens that are both nutritious and sustainable. Nutritionally, chard is rich in vitamins A, K, and C, making this a flavorful way to pack in leafy greens.
