Spinach and Green Onion Pan Flatbread — Flaky, Buttery, and Packed with Fresh Flavor

Imagine golden, buttery flatbreads—crisp on the outside, tender within—stuffed with sautéed spinach and fragrant green onions. This Spinach and Green Onion Pan Flatbread is a beautiful fusion of comfort and freshness, inspired by Eastern European and Middle Eastern traditions, yet simple enough for a weeknight dinner.

With just two layers of homemade dough and a savory veggie filling, it’s perfect as a light meal, appetizer, or side to soups and stews. And while it looks impressive, it’s made with pantry staples and ready in under an hour.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

🥬 Packed with greens—spinach adds nutrients without overpowering

🧈 Buttery, flaky layers—thanks to pan-frying in real butter

⏱️ Ready in 60 minutes—no yeast, no rising time

💰 Budget-friendly—uses simple, wholesome ingredients

🌿 Vegetarian & easily veganizable

It’s the kind of dish that feels special—but requires no special skills.

Ingredients You’ll Need

(Makes 2 large flatbreads)

For the Dough:

300 ml (1¼ cups) warm water

1 large egg

7 g (1 tsp) salt

550 g (4½ cups) flour (use 2½ cups all-purpose + 2 cups whole wheat for best texture)

For the Filling: