Ham and Spinach Pie

Name: Ham and Spinach Pie
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons butter, divided; 1 medium onion, halved and sliced; 8 ounces sliced fresh mushrooms; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry; 6 sheets phyllo dough (14x9 inches); 2 cups finely chopped fully cooked ham; 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese; 3 large eggs, beaten; Optional: Salt and pepper to taste

A savory pie layered with crispy phyllo dough, filled with sautéed mushrooms, spinach, ham, and cheese bound with eggs. The butter-brushed pastry bakes until golden and flaky, creating a textured contrast to the moist filling.

Glycemic Load: 6.9 (Low)

228 calories per serving

Serves: 8

Prep: 30 minutes

Cook: 40 minutes

breakfast diabetes friendly

Original recipe: www.tasteofhome.com

About This Calculation

Ham and Spinach Pie has a low glycemic load of 6.9 per serving — minimal blood sugar impact — suitable for most people managing diabetes or blood sugar levels.

The primary glycemic load contributors are phyllo dough (GL 6.6), onion, raw (GL 0.1), shredded mozzarella cheese (GL 0.1). These ingredients account for the majority of the carbohydrate impact per serving.

Glycemic load is calculated as GL = (GI × Net Carbs per serving) ÷ 100, where GI is the glycemic index and net carbs exclude dietary fiber. Calculations draw on established nutritional references including USDA FoodData Central values and peer-reviewed glycemic index research.