Vegan Spinach Rice
Elevate your vegan meal game with this vibrant Vegan Spinach Rice, a wholesome dish that’s as nutritious as it is satisfying. Bursting with the earthy flavors of fresh spinach, aromatic garlic, and perfectly seasoned rice, this recipe is prepared with a fragrant blend of ground cumin and paprika to add a subtle spice kick. Cooked in hearty vegetable broth, the long-grain white rice absorbs every bit of flavor, while a drizzle of fresh lemon juice at the end provides a zesty brightness. Ready in just 40 minutes, this one-pot wonder is perfect as a flavorful side dish or a light, plant-based main course. Ideal for weeknights or meal prep, this easy spinach rice recipe is sure to become a staple in your vegan recipe repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium, finely chopped Onion
- 4 minced Garlic cloves
- 6 cups, roughly chopped Fresh spinach
- 1.5 cups Long-grain white rice
- 3 cups Vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons Paprika
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or deep skillet over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the chopped spinach to the pot and sauté for 2-3 minutes until wilted.
Rinse the rice thoroughly under cold water to remove excess starch, then add it to the pot.
Pour the vegetable broth into the pot and stir to combine all ingredients.
Sprinkle in the salt, ground black pepper, ground cumin, and paprika. Mix thoroughly.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid.
Simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed. Avoid uncovering the pot during cooking.
Once cooked, remove the pot from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes.
Fluff the rice with a fork, then drizzle fresh lemon juice over the top and mix gently.
Serve warm as a main dish or side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
259 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.8 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.4 g | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 942 mg | 41% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.1 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.6 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.6 g | ||
| Protein | 7.1 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 100 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 447 mg | 10% | |
*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.
