Spanakorizo - Greek Spinach Rice
A flavorful Greek spinach rice dish combining tender rice, fresh spinach, herbs, and a hint of lemon, perfect for a wholesome meal.
Ingredients
Rice
- 1 cup medium grain rice
- 0.25 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 yellow onion yellow onion, (chopped)
- 1 pound baby spinach
- 1 lemon lemon, (juiced)
- 2 cloves garlic, (minced)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- to taste Kosher salt
- to taste black pepper
- 1.5 teaspoon dried mint
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- for garnish Feta
Instructions
- Rinse the rice until water runs clear, then soak in water for 20 minutes.
- Heat olive oil, sauté onions until golden, then add spinach, lemon juice, garlic, tomato paste, salt, and pepper; cook until spinach wilts.
- Drain the rice and add to the pan with 1.5 cups warm water; boil for 3 minutes, then reduce heat and cover.
- Simmer for 20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Let sit covered for 5-10 minutes, then fluff with a fork and garnish with feta and herbs.
Notes
Use fresh herbs for extra flavor and serve with additional lemon wedges if desired.