Turkish Spinach
Delight in the wholesome, earthy flavors of Turkish Spinach, a comforting and nutrient-rich dish that transforms simple ingredients into a vibrant, flavorful meal. This one-pot recipe features tender spinach leaves sautéed with garlic, onions, and tomatoes, then simmered with a touch of rice for added texture and heartiness. Infused with olive oil and a subtle hint of spice from optional red pepper flakes, this dish is both healthy and satisfying. Ready in just 35 minutes, Turkish Spinach makes for a quick and easy vegetarian main or side dish, perfectly paired with crusty bread and a dollop of creamy yogurt. With its vibrant colors and Mediterranean aroma, this traditional recipe is a true celebration of Turkish cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh spinach leaves
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 2 large garlic cloves
- 2 medium tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons rice
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Wash the spinach thoroughly and roughly chop it into bite-sized pieces. Set aside to drain.
Dice the onion and tomatoes into small pieces. Mince the garlic cloves.
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until soft and translucent.
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
Stir in the chopped tomatoes and cook for another 3-4 minutes, until the tomatoes begin to soften.
Add the roughly chopped spinach to the pot in batches, stirring gently to wilt it down.
Once all the spinach is wilted, stir in the rice, water, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook for 15 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve warm, optionally garnished with a dollop of plain yogurt and crusty bread on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
153 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.8 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.5 g | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 591 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.3 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.4 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.2 g | ||
| Protein | 5.0 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 149 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 889 mg | 19% | |
*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.
