Sugar-Free Spinach Rice
Elevate your meal with this vibrant and wholesome Sugar-Free Spinach Rice, a light yet flavorful dish that's perfect as a side or a stand-alone main course. Made with fragrant basmati rice, nutrient-rich fresh spinach, and infused with aromatic spices like cumin and coriander, this recipe is a delightful way to incorporate healthy greens into your diet. The dish is brought to life with the tang of fresh lemon juice and an optional garnish of cilantro, making every bite a burst of refreshing flavor. Easy to prepare in under 40 minutes, this sugar-free recipe is ideal for anyone seeking a nutritious, vegan-friendly option that pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables or grilled protein. Let this healthy spinach rice upgrade your dinner table with its irresistible taste and wholesome goodness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup uncooked basmati rice
- 3 cups fresh spinach
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small, finely chopped yellow onion
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons, chopped (optional) fresh cilantro
Instructions
Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Set aside to drain.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic, ground cumin, and ground coriander, and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Add the rice to the skillet and stir it gently for 1-2 minutes to toast the grains lightly.
Pour in the vegetable broth, add salt and black pepper, and bring the mixture to a boil.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet with a tight-fitting lid, and let the rice simmer for 15 minutes.
While the rice is cooking, finely chop the spinach if needed.
After 15 minutes, remove the lid and fluff the rice gently with a fork.
Add the chopped spinach and lemon juice to the skillet, mixing gently until the spinach wilts and is evenly distributed in the rice (about 2-3 minutes).
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Optionally, garnish with fresh cilantro for added flavor.
Serve warm as a side dish or a light main course. Enjoy your sugar-free spinach rice!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1245 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.5 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.6 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3562 mg | 155% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 199.9 g | 73% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.0 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.8 g | ||
| Protein | 27.0 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 274 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 1346 mg | 29% | |
*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.
