Valencian Savory Empanadas
Valencian Savory Empanadas offer buttery, flaky bites filled with sautéed onion and tomato, smoky ham, tender chopped egg, and bright parsley. Each pastry is balanced with gentle savoriness and a touch of freshness, ideal for passing around at gatherings or enjoying as a satisfying snack. Serve warm to highlight the crisp crust and flavorful, hearty center.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves12
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Valencian Savory Empanadas, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 53 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 63 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 27
- Heart Health
- 56
- Metabolic
- 16
- Digestive
- 21
- Inflammatory
- 33
- Performance
- 35
- General Wellness
- 1
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add the onions and sauté until tender.
- 3
Pour in the tomatoes and cook for a minute, then stir in the ham and heat through.
- 4
Remove from the heat, and mix in the eggs and parsley.
- 5
Allow to cool for at least 5 minutes.
- 6
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
- 7
Unroll the can of pizza dough on a clean surface, and stretch or roll it into a 14x10 inch rectangle.
- 8
Cut into twelve 3 inch squares.
- 9
Place equal amounts of the filling in the centers of the squares.
- 10
Brush the edges lightly with water.
- 11
Fold in half to form a triangle, pressing the edges to seal.
- 12
Place on a greased cookie sheet and prick with a fork.
- 13
Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, until golden brown.
- 14
Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
- Calories 114.43 kcal Moderate 6%
- Protein 5.05 g Moderate 10%
- Carbohydrate 13.84 g 5%
- Total Fat 4.42 g Moderate 6%
- Saturated Fat 1.21 g Moderate 6%
- Trans Fat 0.01 g High --
- Cholesterol 44.1 mg Moderate 15%
- Sodium 287.15 mg Moderate 12%
- Dietary Fiber 1.21 g Low Source 4%
- Total Sugars 1.31 g --
- Added Sugars 0.7 g Low Source 1%
- Calcium 27.77 mg Low Source 2%
- Iron 1.01 mg Low Source 6%
- Potassium 106.46 mg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin A 11.66 mcg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin C 2.33 mg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin D 0.17 mcg Low Source 1%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Eggs 🥚
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Valencian Savory Empanadas is made with 8 ingredients and serves 12. It takes about 30 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Diced Ham, Diced Yellow Onion, Eggs, and Fresh Parsley. Each serving provides about 114.43 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Valencian Savory Empanadas made of?
- The main ingredients are Diced Ham, Diced Yellow Onion, Eggs, Fresh Parsley, Olive Oil. The full list of 8 is above.
- How long does it take to make Valencian Savory Empanadas?
- About 30 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 114.43 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Valencian Savory Empanadas easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 8 ingredients and 14 steps.
- Is Valencian Savory Empanadas healthy?
- Valencian Savory Empanadas has an easyChef Pro health score of 38/100. Per serving, it provides 114.43 calories and 5.05 g of protein, or 10% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 287.15 mg (12% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 1.21 g (6% of the Daily Value). It contains Eggs, Wheat, Gluten, Tomatoes and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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