Best 6 Spanakorizo Recipes

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Spanakorizo is a classic Greek dish that combines rice, spinach, and fresh herbs to create a flavorful and colorful meal. It is a versatile dish that can be served as a main course or a side dish, and it is often enjoyed during Lent or as a vegetarian option. The combination of spinach, rice, and herbs creates a hearty and satisfying meal that is packed with nutrients. This article provides three different recipes for spanakorizo, each with its own unique twist on the classic dish. The first recipe is a traditional spanakorizo made with fresh spinach, rice, onions, garlic, and herbs. The second recipe is a spanakorizo with feta cheese, which adds a creamy and tangy flavor to the dish. The third recipe is a spanakorizo with chicken, which provides a protein-packed option that is perfect for a main course. No matter which recipe you choose, you are sure to enjoy this delicious and healthy Greek dish.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SPINACH AND RICE (SPANAKORIZO)



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This is a Greek side dish that our family loves. Add a little Feta cheese and fresh lemon after it's cooked and you have heaven.

Provided by Kathy Bezemes Walstrom

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

⅓ cup olive oil
2 onions, chopped
2 pounds fresh spinach, rinsed and stemmed
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
2 cups water
1 teaspoon dried dill weed
1 teaspoon dried parsley
salt and pepper to taste
½ cup uncooked white rice

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Saute onions in the oil until soft and translucent. Add spinach, and cook stirring for a few minutes, then pour in the tomato sauce and water. Bring to a boil, and season with parsley, dill, salt and pepper. Stir in rice, reduce heat to low, and simmer uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes, or until rice is tender. Add more water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 336.8 calories, Carbohydrate 35.7 g, Fat 19.3 g, Fiber 7.1 g, Protein 9.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 552.7 mg, Sugar 6.6 g

SPANAKORIZO (A GREEK SPINACH RISOTTO)



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One of our favourite vegetarian (ladera) meals. Most often, it is made 'white' - without the use of tomato paste added to the cooking liquid. I like it both way, though, and alternate.

Provided by evelynathens

Categories     Spinach

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2 lbs spinach, cleaned, stemmed, torn or 1 1/2 lbs cut into smaller pieces and washed in several changes water
1/2 cup olive oil
1 cup chopped spring onion (white and green)
1 small onion, chopped
1 leek, chopped (optional)
1 1/4 cups rice, short-grain is best (or use Arborio, but at a pinch, you can use converted. I often make it with brown rice for more fibe)
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons minced fresh dill
3 cups water
salt
fresh ground black pepper
1 tablespoon tomato paste (optional)
feta cheese
kalamata olive
crusty bread

Steps:

  • In a deep pan heat oil and gently fry onion and leek (if used) until soft.
  • Wash (or soak if necessary depending on what kind of rice you use) rice, drain and add to onion.
  • Cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Add remaining ingredients, except spinach, and bring to the boil. Cook for 10 more minutes (longer, if using brown rice).
  • Add the spinach, stir well and cover. Reduce heat and simmer on low heat for 5-6 minutes.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Leave tightly covered and allow to stand at least 1/2 an hour before serving.
  • Serve with feta cheese, kalamata olives, crusty, peasant-style bread, a glass of wine and you'll think you're in Greece!

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

SPINACH RICE -- SPANAKORIZO



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Make and share this Spinach Rice -- Spanakorizo recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Darkhunter

Categories     Spinach

Time 40m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup olive oil
2 medium onions, chopped
1/2 teaspoon chili pepper
1 1/2 cups long grain rice
2 1/2-3 cups chicken stock
2 (9 ounce) packages Baby Spinach
salt
1/2 cup chopped fresh dill
1 cup yogurt

Steps:

  • In a deep, heavy skillet, heat the oil over medium heat and saute the onions until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add the chili pepper and the rice. Stir for a few seconds to coat with oil.
  • In the meantime, heat the stock with the spinach in a separate saucepan. When starts to boil, pour it over the rice and reduce the heat.
  • Season with salt, mix well with a wooden spoon, and cover. Simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked but still moist.
  • Serve immediately, sprinkled with chopped dill and with a dollop of yogurt on each plate.

SPANAKORIZO



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Make and share this Spanakorizo recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Coasty

Categories     Short Grain Rice

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 onion, peeled, diced
3 bunches spinach, washed 3 times
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 cups rice
1 tablespoon tomato paste
3 cups water, boiling
1 chicken stock cube
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • Chop spinach roughly.
  • Heat oil and saute onion for 10 minutes Add rice and spinach and tomato paste. Saute 5 minutes.
  • Add water and stock cube and seasoning, mix well.
  • Bring to boil and turn down heat and cook for 20mins or until rice is soft.
  • Serve.

GREEK SPINACH & RICE "SPANAKORIZO"



Greek Spinach & Rice

Spinach shines bright in this full-flavored dish. Spinach is sauteed with a mixture of onions and leeks. It's then simmered with white wine and rice. Rice helps to make the dish heartier and a great vegetarian main meal. It would make a delicious side dish too, though, alongside steak. There's a hefty amount of dill which brings...

Provided by Maria *

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Time 1h45m

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 Tbsp olive oil
1 large onion, finely chopped
3 green onions, finely chopped
3 leek leaves, thinly chopped, only white part
3 lb fresh spinach, washed, stems removed & coarsly chopped
1/3 c medium grain rice
1/2 c white wine
1 c warm water
salt & freshly ground pepper, to taste
1/2 c dill, finely chopped

Steps:

  • 1. Heat olive oil in a wide shallow pot, over medium-high heat.
  • 2. Saute the onions, spring onions, and leeks until translucent (about 5 minutes).
  • 3. Add spinach and stir for a few minutes until wilted.
  • 4. Add the white wine if using.
  • 5. Sprinkle in the rice.
  • 6. Add the warm water and season.
  • 7. Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 20 - 25 minutes until rice is tender. During cooking stir the "spanakorizo" once or twice and check liquid is absorbed. If so add one more cup of hot water, if necessary.
  • 8. Add dill before the end of cooking and stir gently to wilt. Add lemon juice to suit your liking.
  • 9. Remove from heat and drizzle remaining olive oil. Serve with lemon slices and crumbled Feta cheese (omit if fasting or vegan). Kali Orexi = Good Appetite

Tips:

  • Use fresh spinach: Fresh spinach has a more vibrant flavor and texture than frozen spinach. If you're using frozen spinach, be sure to thaw it and squeeze out all the excess water before using it.
  • Don't overcook the spinach: Spinach wilts quickly, so it's important to not overcook it. Add it to the pot last and cook it just until it's wilted.
  • Use a good quality olive oil: Olive oil is a key ingredient in spanakorizo, so it's important to use a good quality oil. Extra virgin olive oil is the best choice, as it has a more robust flavor and aroma.
  • Add some lemon juice: Lemon juice adds a bright, acidic flavor to spanakorizo. Add it to taste, or until you reach the desired level of tartness.
  • Serve with feta cheese: Feta cheese is a classic topping for spanakorizo. It adds a salty, tangy flavor that complements the spinach and rice.

Conclusion:

Spanakorizo is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give spanakorizo a try!

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