How to Make Spanakorizo - A Step-by-Step Guide

Spanakorizo, also known as Greek spinach rice, is a simple and delicious dish that is bursting with flavor. It is a popular vegetarian dish in Greece, and it is often enjoyed as a main course or as a side dish. The combination of tender spinach, aromatic onions, and flavorful herbs and spices makes this dish a favorite among both vegetarians and meat-eaters alike. This recipe is a perfect way to incorporate healthy greens into your diet while also enjoying a hearty and satisfying meal.

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Ingredients

  • 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

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 33 mins
  • Total Time: 43 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • 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

    231 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 8mg
    • Sodium: 218mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 42g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 7g
    • Vitamin C: 27mg
    • Calcium: 155mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 574mg