Spinach and Rice (Spanakorizo)

Spinach and Rice (Spanakorizo)

Side Dish Rice

This is a Greek side dish that our family loves. Add a little Feta cheese and fresh lemon after it's cooked and you have heaven.

Servings per recipe: 4
Calories per serving: 337
Preparation time: 5m
Total cooking time: 50m

Ingredients:


  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 2 onions, chopped
  • 2 pounds fresh spinach, rinsed and stemmed
  • 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill weed
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup uncooked white rice

Directions:


  • 1   Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Saute onions in the oil until soft and translucent. Add spinach, and cook stirring for a few minutes, then pour in the tomato sauce and water. Bring to a boil, and season with parsley, dill, salt and pepper. Stir in rice, reduce heat to low, and simmer uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes, or until rice is tender. Add more water if necessary.

Nutrion facts:


Total Fat 19.3g 30%
    Saturated Fat 3.0g  
Cholesterol 0mg  
Sodium 553mg 22%
Potassium 1577mg 44%
Total Carbohydrates 35.7g 12%
Dietary Fiber 7.1g 28%
Protein 9.8g 20%
Sugars 7g  
Vitamin A 21507IU  
Vitamin C 71mg  
Calcium 260mg  
Iron 8mg  
Thiamin 0mg  
Niacin 5mg  
Vitamin B6 1mg  
Magnesium 205mg  
Folate 495mcg