RICE WITH LEMON AND SPINACH

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This savory side dish sent in by Billie Moss of El Sobrante, California has a light lemon flavor. Baked with feta and spinach, it's a lovely accompaniment to most main courses...and pairs perfectly with fish.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 small onion, chopped
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cups cooked long grain rice
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dill weed
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese, divided

Steps:

  • In a skillet, saute the onion, mushrooms and garlic in oil until tender. Stir in the rice, spinach, lemon juice, salt, dill and pepper. Reserve 1 tablespoon cheese. Stir remaining into skillet; mix well., Transfer to an 8-in. square baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with reserved cheese. Cover and bake at 350° for 25 minutes. Uncover; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until heated through and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 324mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Mazin Yousif
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5/5 stars! This rice dish is absolutely delicious. The lemon and spinach add a bright and refreshing flavor, and the pine nuts add a nice crunch. It's a perfect side dish for any meal.


Whitney Clark
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This rice dish is a great way to use up leftover rice. It's also a great side dish for grilled chicken or fish.


Jaydin Mclendon
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I love this rice dish! It's so flavorful and easy to make. I always get compliments on it when I serve it to guests.


ALEXA CAMPOS
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This recipe is a keeper! It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Zyquasha
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I'm not a huge fan of spinach, but I really enjoyed this dish. The lemon and pine nuts helped to balance out the flavor of the spinach.


Zahid Production
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This was a great recipe! I made it for a dinner party and everyone loved it. The rice was fluffy and flavorful, and the lemon and spinach added a nice touch.


Zahoor Ahmad
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I love the simplicity of this dish. It's a great way to use up leftover rice and it's always delicious.


Kadir Jemal
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5 stars! This rice dish is now a staple in my kitchen. It's so easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Chi Bey
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This recipe was easy to follow and the rice turned out great! I added a bit of extra lemon zest and it really brightened up the dish.


Enache Marian
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I've made this rice dish several times now, and it's always a hit with my family. The lemon and spinach add a nice brightness to the dish, and the pine nuts give it a bit of crunch. It's a great side dish for grilled fish or chicken.


Michael Cavanagh
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This rice dish was a delightful surprise! The combination of lemon, spinach, and pine nuts was incredibly flavorful, and the rice was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.