Best 3 Spinach Rice Spanakorizo Recipes

Spanakorizo is a traditional Greek dish made with rice, spinach, and herbs. It is a versatile dish that can be served as a main course or a side dish. The combination of flavors and textures in spanakorizo is simply irresistible. The rice is cooked in a flavorful broth with spinach, onions, and herbs, creating a delicious and aromatic dish. The spinach adds a pop of color and a slightly bitter flavor that perfectly complements the savory rice. The herbs, such as dill and mint, add a refreshing and fragrant touch to the dish. Spanakorizo can be made with different types of rice, such as long-grain rice or brown rice. It can also be made with different types of greens, such as kale or chard. This article provides three delicious recipes for spanakorizo: a classic spanakorizo recipe, a vegan spanakorizo recipe, and a one-pot spanakorizo recipe. Each recipe includes step-by-step instructions and a list of ingredients, making it easy to prepare this flavorful Greek dish at home.

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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

Ingredients

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

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

Ingredients

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.

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

Ingredients

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 color than frozen spinach.
Wash the spinach thoroughly: Spinach can be gritty, so be sure to wash it well before using it.
Chop the spinach finely: Finely chopped spinach will incorporate more easily into the rice.
Use a good quality olive oil: A good quality olive oil will add flavor and richness to the dish.
Sauté the onions and garlic until they are soft: This will help to release their flavor.
Add the rice and cook it until it is translucent: This will help to prevent the rice from sticking to the pan.
Add the broth and spinach and bring to a boil: Then reduce heat and simmer until the rice is cooked through.
Season the dish to taste: Add salt, pepper, and lemon juice to taste.
Serve immediately: Spanakorizo is best served hot.

Conclusion:

Spanakorizo is a delicious and easy-to-make Greek dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is a great way to use up leftover rice, and it is also a good source of vitamins and minerals. With its vibrant flavor and beautiful color, spanakorizo is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.