Fast Spinach and Rice Greek Style

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 4

Fast and Healthy Spinach and Rice Greek Style Recipe

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

375

Sugar

Fat

18g

This recipe is an amazing way to enjoy a healthy and nutritious meal any day of the week. This dish is inspired by the delicious flavors of Greek cuisine. Fresh spinach and rice are cooked with garlic, onion, and tomato paste, to create an easy, quick, and healthy meal. It is perfect for weeknight dinners and is sure to please even the pickiest eaters!

Instructions

1.	Rinse the rice in cold water, then place in a pot with 2 cups of water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to low and cover. Cook for 18-20 minutes or until rice is tender.
2.	Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and garlic, then cook for 2-3 minutes or until soft. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for another 2 minutes.
3.	Add the spinach to the skillet and stir well. Cover and cook for 5 minutes or until the spinach is wilted.
4.	Once the rice is cooked, add it to the skillet with the spinach and stir well. Add the basil and mix it in.
5.	Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

This dish is quick and easy to make.

It is also healthy, as it is full of lean protein, vitamins and minerals from spinach, and healthy fats from olive oil.

CONS

It may be lacking in flavor for some people.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is packed with nutrients and antioxidants from spinach and olive oil, which are both great for heart health, and maintaining blood sugar levels, among many other benefits. It is also a great source of fiber that keeps you feeling full and satisfied.

	3 ounces olive oil
	1/2 onion , diced
	1 clove garlic , diced and crushed
	3 ounces tomato paste
	18 ounces fresh spinach
	1 cup rice
	1/2 teaspoon fresh dried leaf basil , bruised