Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Easy Spinach Rice Recipe (Spanakorizo), a delightful dish that effortlessly combines nutrition and taste. Perfect for busy weeknights or as a standout side at gatherings, this Greek-inspired recipe showcases fresh spinach and basmati rice, making it both healthy and satisfying. In just 15 minutes, you can whip up this flavorful dish with simple ingredients you likely already have on hand. The addition of lemon juice brightens every bite, while dried dill adds a fragrant touch. Versatile and easy to customize, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked basmati rice
- 3 cups baby spinach
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon powder (or vegetable powder)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic granules
- 2 teaspoons dried dill (or fresh if available)
- Juice of ½ a lemon
Instructions
- Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and add olive oil.
- Sauté the chopped onion until soft and translucent.
- Add baby spinach and stir until wilted; season with salt, pepper, garlic granules, dill, and chicken bouillon powder.
- Mix in the cooked basmati rice thoroughly.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the dish before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg