Rice with Spinach
Elevate your weeknight meals with this vibrant and nutritious Rice with Spinach recipe, a delightful blend of tender long-grain white rice and sautéed fresh spinach infused with garlic, onion, and a hint of ground cumin for earthy depth. Simmered in a mix of water and vegetable broth, the rice absorbs rich flavors, while a splash of lemon juice adds a bright, zesty finish. This one-pot wonder is perfect for a wholesome side dish or a light vegetarian entrée, packed with fiber, vitamins, and irresistible aromas. Ready in just 45 minutes and serving up to four, it’s a widely accessible recipe that marries simplicity and bold flavors beautifully.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups water
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, chopped onion
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
In a medium-sized saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until the garlic is fragrant.
Add the rice to the saucepan and cook, stirring frequently, for about 2 minutes until the rice appears slightly toasted.
Pour in the water and vegetable broth, and add the salt, black pepper, and ground cumin. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 15-18 minutes until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
While the rice is cooking, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the fresh spinach to the skillet, and sauté for about 2-3 minutes until the spinach is wilted. Remove from heat.
Once the rice has finished cooking, remove it from the heat and let it sit, covered, for about 5 minutes.
Fluff the rice with a fork, then gently stir in the sautéed spinach and lemon juice.
Adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
714 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.2 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1855 mg | 81% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 94.2 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.1 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.1 g | ||
| Protein | 15.1 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 252 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 8.9 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 808 mg | 17% | |
*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.
