Spanakorizo is a traditional Greek Spinach and Rice dish that can be served as a vegetarian meal or side dish. This easy recipe uses simple, fresh ingredients to produce a dish that is both healthy and delicious.
1largetomatopeeled and diced. Can substitute 1 tablespoon tomato paste
2bunchesspinachroughly chopped (remove long stems)
1/3cupparsleychopped
2tablespoonsdillchopped
1cupwater
salt and pepperto taste
lemonfor serving, optional
Instructions
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat and add the diced onion. Saute for 2 minutes.
Stir in the rice and continue to saute for 2 minutes.
Next, add the chopped tomato, spinach and fresh herbs. Stir until the spinach has wilted.
Once it has wilted, add a cup of water and increase the heat to medium high. Continue to stir occasionally until the rice is cooked, about 15-20 minutes. If the liquid is absorbed, add more water as needed.
Serve with lemon (optional).
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