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Spanakorizo (Greek Spinach Rice)

Spanakorizo is a creamy, comforting combination of spinach and rice simmered with fresh herbs and lemon that’s topped off with feta cheese.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
44 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 378 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean , Greek

Ingredients

  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion diced
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh chives chopped fine
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill chopped fine
  • 8 oz fresh spinach sliced thin (julienne)
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1 cup basmati rice
  • 2 cups chicken stock
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 1 lemon (2 tbsp juice plus zest)
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese crumbled

Instructions

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  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium high heat. Sauté the onions for about 6 minutes, or until golden brown. Add the garlic, half the of dill and chives. Stir and sauté for another 2 minutes.
  2. Add the spinach, salt, pepper, and cook for 4 minutes, just until it starts to wilt.
  3. Add the basmati rice and chicken stock and stir. Bring it to a boil, cover and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 22 minutes.
  4. Stir in the butter, lemon juice, zest, remaining dill and chives and feta cheese. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For leftovers, let the rice cool completely and transfer to an airtight container or sealable bag and squeeze out excess air. Freeze for up to 2 months. To thaw, let come to room temp, add a tablespoon of water, cover and steam in microwave for 2-3 minutes on high heat. Fluff with fork and enjoy.

Nutrition Information

Calories 378kcal (19%) Carbohydrates 51g (17%) Protein 11g (22%) Fat 15g (23%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Cholesterol 14mg (5%) Sodium 634mg (26%) Potassium 642mg (18%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 5728IU (115%) Vitamin C 37mg (41%) Calcium 164mg (16%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 378

% Daily Value*

Calories 378kcal 19%
Carbohydrates 51g 17%
Protein 11g 22%
Fat 15g 23%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Cholesterol 14mg 5%
Sodium 634mg 26%
Potassium 642mg 14%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin A 5728IU 115%
Vitamin C 37mg 41%
Calcium 164mg 16%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.