Greek Rice and Spinach for Steaming in Pressure Cooker
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this vibrant and nutritious Greek Rice and Spinach recipe, effortlessly prepared in a pressure cooker for maximum convenience. Featuring tender short-grain white rice infused with the Mediterranean flavors of fresh dill, parsley, and a bright burst of lemon zest and juice, this dish is a perfect harmony of taste and texture. A generous helping of fresh spinach adds a wholesome, earthy touch, while optional crumbled feta cheese provides a creamy, tangy finish. With a prep time of just 10 minutes and an 8-minute cook time, this one-pot vegetarian recipe is not only quick but also an excellent choice for a healthy yet satisfying meal. Perfect as a side dish or a light main course, this Greek-inspired delight is sure to become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, finely chopped yellow onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1 cup short-grain white rice (e.g., Arborio or Calrose)
- 1.5 cups vegetable broth
- 4 cups, packed fresh spinach
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh dill
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
- 1 whole lemon zest of a lemon
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons (adjust to taste) salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
Instructions
Turn on the pressure cooker and set it to the sauté setting. Add the olive oil and allow it to heat for about 1 minute.
Add the chopped onion to the pressure cooker and sauté for 3-4 minutes or until soft and translucent.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for another 1 minute, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
Add the rice to the pot and stir well to coat it in the oil. Allow it to toast slightly for about 2 minutes.
Add the vegetable broth, spinach, dill, parsley, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine all ingredients evenly.
Cancel the sauté setting, close the lid of the pressure cooker, and seal the pressure valve. Set the cooker to high pressure and cook for 4 minutes.
Once the cooking time is up, allow the pressure to naturally release for 5 minutes before carefully performing a quick release of the remaining pressure.
Open the lid and stir the rice gently to fluff it. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Serve warm, optionally topped with crumbled feta cheese for an extra layer of flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1217 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 73.6 g | 94% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.3 g | 127% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 107 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 3476 mg | 151% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 105.5 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.0 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.6 g | ||
| Protein | 34.3 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 854 mg | 66% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 1128 mg | 24% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
