SPINACH RICE PILAF

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This Spinach Rice Pilaf is a great side to any chicken, meat or poultry. I was searching for this recipe after having this dish at a Greek resturant, and found it on another website. It has very little fat, and lots of spinach and other veggies, so it is healthy too.

Provided by ashleyann12

Categories     Long Grain Rice

Time 40m

Yield 6-8 cups, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
1 medium carrot, diced
1 small onion, diced
2 leeks, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
3/4 cup long-grain rice
1/2 cup canned tomato, chopped
1 cup chicken stock
1 pinch salt and pepper
1 lb spinach, rinsed, stems removed
2 teaspoons Italian parsley, chopped
2 sprigs dill, chopped 2 sprigs

Steps:

  • Heat oil in pan until hot. Saute carrot, onion, leeks and celery for 5 minutes. Add rice; saute 1 minute.
  • Add tomatoes; saute 2 minutes. Add all but 2 Tbsp stock. Bring to simmer; add salt and pepper. Cover; cook 10 minutes.
  • Add spinach; stir. Add remaining stock, if needed, and herbs. Cover; cook 5 minutes.

Dol Magar
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I'm going to try this recipe next time I have guests over. It looks like it would be a real crowd-pleaser.


iAnku
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This pilaf is a great way to use up leftover spinach. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Duduzile Annastasia
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I love the bright green color of this pilaf. It's so inviting and makes me want to eat it.


Jo Larry
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This pilaf is the perfect side dish for any occasion. It's elegant enough for a dinner party, but it's also easy enough for a weeknight meal.


Md Arsah
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I'm not a big fan of spinach, but this pilaf changed my mind. It's so flavorful and delicious.


Thabo Moyo
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This pilaf is so easy to make, but it looks and tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant.


Rizwan Khattak
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook spinach, and this pilaf is a great option. It's healthy and delicious.


Angel Bower
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This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Starx zaman
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I love the combination of spinach and rice in this pilaf. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Md.Zahirul Alam
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This pilaf is so flavorful and versatile. I've served it with chicken, fish, and lamb and it's always a hit.


Samikshya Thapa
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I was looking for a healthy and easy side dish and this spinach rice pilaf fit the bill. It was delicious and I felt good about serving it to my family.


Robot nm
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This was my first time making rice pilaf and it was a success! The instructions were easy to follow and the dish turned out great.


Hasnain Rajpoot
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it always turns out perfect. My friends and family love it.


Tebby Tsheko
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I'm not usually a fan of spinach, but this pilaf was delicious! The spinach was cooked perfectly and the rice was fluffy and flavorful.


x357 millionaire
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This spinach rice pilaf was a hit with my family! The flavors were amazing and it was so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.