ITALIAN RICE

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Bring a bit of Italy to the table without the usual pasta and sauce. This colorful side dish blends fluffy rice, fresh spinach and roasted red peppers." The amount of garlic can be adjust to fit your personal taste," suggests Michelle Armistead of Marlboro, New Jersey. "For me, the more garlic, the better!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons olive oil
8 cups fresh spinach (about 10 ounces), chopped
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 cups hot cooked rice
1/2 cup chopped roasted sweet red peppers

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, saute garlic in oil for 1 minute. Stir in spinach. Cover and cook for 3-4 minutes or until tender; drain well. Add the vinegar, salt and pepper. Stir in the rice and red peppers until combined. Cook and stir until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 151 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 398mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Laxman Rana
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This recipe is a fail. Don't waste your time.


Rabbi Rana
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I would not recommend this recipe. It was a lot of work for a mediocre dish.


David Shaw
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This recipe was a waste of time. It turned out mushy and flavorless.


Nicholas Youngwirth
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I didn't like the flavor of this dish. It was too bland for my taste.


Drhasan sheikh Yousuf
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This recipe was a bit too complicated for me. I think I'll try a simpler recipe next time.


JAZ Gaming
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I had some trouble finding all of the ingredients for this recipe. I had to substitute a few things, but it still turned out well.


Sorup Biswas
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This recipe was a little bland for my taste. I added some extra spices and it was much better.


Javier Morales
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I'm not a big fan of Italian food, but this dish was surprisingly good. I would definitely make it again.


Baptiste Boice
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I made this dish with brown rice, and it turned out great. It was a healthier version of the traditional recipe.


Ladan 880
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover rice. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Ajab khilji
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I wasn't sure what to expect from this recipe, but I was pleasantly surprised. The rice was delicious and the vegetables were cooked perfectly.


Mahabub Hasan Porosh
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This dish is so flavorful and satisfying. I highly recommend it!


Sonia Iyamu
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. It's perfect for a weeknight meal.


Natasha Chibz
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This recipe is a keeper! I've already made it twice, and it's been a hit both times.


Md Farabi
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I made this dish for a dinner party, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


Benjamin Wray
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This recipe was a bit more time-consuming than I expected, but it was worth the effort. The rice was creamy and flavorful, and the vegetables were perfectly cooked.


elite elite
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I've tried many Italian rice recipes, but this one is by far the best. The instructions were easy to follow, and the end result was a delicious and authentic dish.


Umar Awan
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This Italian rice dish was a hit with my family! The combination of flavors was perfect, and the rice was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.