Buttered Spinach and Rice

May 18, 2023May 18, 20230 11
Delicious Buttered Spinach and Rice Recipe
in Side

Prep

10 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 tablespoons butter
1 onion , chopped
1 -2 fresh tomato , chopped
1 cup long grain rice
2 garlic cloves , crushed
2 1/2 cups stock or 2 1/2 cups water
12 ounces shredded fresh spinach ( or 8 oz frozen spinach )
salt , to taste
pepper , to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
320
Sugar
3g
Fat
16g
Buttered Spinach and Rice is a versatile and healthy dish that can be easily prepared in under an hour. The savory flavors of the butter and spinach blend perfectly together with the rice and tomatoes to create a comfort food that is both nourishing and satisfying. This dish can be served alongside a variety of main dishes, or enjoyed as a standalone dish for a light meal. It is perfect for vegetarians looking for a warm and satisfying dish that is healthy, hearty and flavorful.

Instructions

1.In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
2.Add onion and cook until softened.
3.Stir in fresh tomato, garlic and rice until well coated with butter.
4.Add stock or water and bring to a simmer.
5.Reduce heat to low, cover and allow to cook until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
6.Stir in shredded spinach until cooked.
7.Season with salt and pepper to taste.

PROS

Buttered Spinach and Rice is a simple and easy-to-make dish that is perfect as a side or a light meal.

It is a great source of dietary fiber and iron, and is also gluten-free.

CONS

The dish can be relatively high in calories and fat due to the use of butter.

Additionally, some may find the spinach to be slightly bitter in taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Buttered Spinach and Rice provides a good source of fiber, iron, and vitamins A and C.
Spinach is also low in calories and has been linked to reducing the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease and cancer.

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