SPANAKORYZO (SPINACH AND RICE)

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A simple Greek side dish, a nice change from basic rice. Using chicken broth in place of the water adds extra flavor.

Provided by momaphet

Categories     Spinach

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup rice
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1/3 cup olive oil
2 cups boiling water or 2 cups chicken broth
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 lb fresh spinach

Steps:

  • Saute rice and onion in olive oil , stirring occasionally for 10 minutes. Add boiling water and salt; simmer covered for 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, wash spinach well then cut into 1/2" strips (you can roll a group of leaves together and cut into strips).
  • After rice has simmered for 10 minutes add spinach and mix well, cover and continue to simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 371.6, Fat 18.7, SaturatedFat 2.6, Sodium 967.3, Carbohydrate 45.4, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 1.6, Protein 6.8

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