By Cimmerian Muse
Spinach Rice (Spanakorizo)
Flavor it Greek! PG 102
A Lenten dish that also serves as a delicious side dish with chicken or meat; especially lamb. Sliced tomatoes make a colorful and complete accompaniment -- Georgia Vareldzis
Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 07:39:20 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Great
Glycemic Index
53
Low
Glycemic Load
30
High
Nutrition per serving
Calories653.4 kcal (33%)
Total Fat44.1 g (63%)
Carbs57.6 g (22%)
Sugars3.4 g (4%)
Protein11.2 g (22%)
Sodium387.1 mg (19%)
Fiber6.8 g (24%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
4 servings
Instructions
Step 1
Heat oil in a heavy saucepan and sauté leeks until translucent, about 5 minutes.
olive oil¾ cup
leeks1 bunchStep 2
Add spinach and sauté until spinach has wilted.
fresh spinach2 poundsStep 3
Add dill and tomato paste diluted in the 2 ½ cups water. Bring to a boil and add the rice
fresh dill1 teaspoon
tomato paste2 tablespoons
water2 ½ cups
rice1 cupStep 4
Stir, cover and simmer for 20 minutes until the rice is done and liquid is absorbed.
Step 5
Add salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with lemon wedges before serving
salt
pepper
lemon wedgesNotes
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