Spinach with Rice
Transform your mealtime routine with this vibrant and nourishing Spinach with Rice recipe! Combining the tender fluffiness of long-grain white rice with the earthy freshness of baby spinach, this dish is elevated by the aromatic trio of garlic, cumin, and dill, all tied together with a zesty splash of lemon juice. Cooked in vegetable broth for extra depth of flavor, this one-pot wonder is not only quick—ready in just 35 minutes—but also incredibly versatile, making it perfect as a wholesome side dish or a light vegetarian main course. Packed with nutrients, easy to prepare, and bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors, Spinach with Rice is a healthy, comforting addition to your recipe repertoire that’s guaranteed to please every palate.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, finely chopped onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 4 cups baby spinach
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons, finely chopped fresh dill
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or skillet over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Add the rice to the pot and stir well to coat it in the oil and aromatics. Toast the rice for 1-2 minutes.
Pour in the vegetable broth, and season with salt, black pepper, and ground cumin. Stir well to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid and let it cook for 15 minutes.
After 15 minutes, remove the lid and gently fluff the rice with a fork.
Stir in the baby spinach, allowing it to wilt gently into the hot rice. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
Mix in the lemon juice and fresh dill for a bright, fresh finish.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve warm as a side dish or a light main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
198 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.1 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.3 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 791 mg | 34% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.4 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.6 g | ||
| Protein | 4.8 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 73 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 327 mg | 7% | |
*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.
