RICE WITH LEMON AND SPINACH

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This savory side dish sent in by Billie Moss of El Sobrante, California has a light lemon flavor. Baked with feta and spinach, it's a lovely accompaniment to most main courses...and pairs perfectly with fish.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 small onion, chopped
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cups cooked long grain rice
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dill weed
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese, divided

Steps:

In a skillet, saute the onion, mushrooms and garlic in oil until tender. Stir in the rice, spinach, lemon juice, salt, dill and pepper. Reserve 1 tablespoon cheese. Stir remaining into skillet; mix well., Transfer to an 8-in. square baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with reserved cheese. Cover and bake at 350° for 25 minutes. Uncover; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until heated through and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 324mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges