SPANAKORIZO

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A fabulous Greek rice dish with dill, spinach, and lemon. Accompanies lamb deliciously as well as a side of a cool refreshing cucumber sauce...Enjoy.

Provided by Julie Barracato

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes     Pilaf

Time 43m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups water
1 cup long-grain rice
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
1 bunch fresh spinach
1 lemon, zested and juiced
¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
¼ cup chopped fresh dill
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring water and rice to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender and liquid has been absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Heat oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Saute onion until tender, about 5 minutes. Add the cooked rice and spinach; cook and stir until spinach wilts, 3 to 5 minutes. Add lemon juice, zest, feta cheese, and dill. Remove from heat. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231.4 calories, Carbohydrate 42.2 g, Cholesterol 8.3 mg, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 7.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 218.3 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

John Haggard
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This dish is a delicious and healthy way to use up leftover rice.


arisa gm
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I'm always looking for new and easy recipes to make for my family. This recipe is definitely a keeper!


Zhob Gaming
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the spinach and rice, and they didn't even notice the hidden vegetables.


Rogasiani Issara
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I made this dish for my vegetarian friends and they loved it! It's a great meatless option that is still packed with flavor.


Macharia Ndwinga
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This recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great! I will definitely be making it again.


Roy Rj
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I'm not a big fan of spinach, but I really enjoyed this dish. The spinach was cooked perfectly and the flavors were well-balanced.


Nontobeko Cheryl
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This is my go-to recipe for spanakorizo. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Total Gamerz
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


Devikala Acharya
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover rice. I always have some leftover rice in my fridge, and this is a great way to turn it into a delicious meal.


Ehis Omorodion
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I love spanakorizo! It's such a versatile dish that can be served as a main course or a side dish. I also like to add other vegetables to the dish, such as zucchini or carrots.


Hadeel Abo heit
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The spinach and rice were cooked perfectly, and the herbs and spices added a lot of flavor. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Queen Dynasty
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Spanakorizo is a flavorful and comforting dish that is easy to make. The combination of spinach, rice, and herbs creates a delicious and hearty meal. I especially enjoyed the addition of feta cheese, which added a salty and tangy flavor to the dish.


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