Lina’s Awesome Lebanese Spinach, Beef & Rice!

May 23, 2023May 23, 20230 2
Lina's Awesome Lebanese Spinach, Beef & Rice recipe for a healthy and savory meal
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

olive oil
1 medium onion , Diced
1 lb ground beef
1 1/2 teaspoons allspice
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
salt
3 packages frozen chopped spinach ( drained and squeeze out all water from spinach )
water
3 garlic cloves , minced
1 bunch fresh cilantro , chopped
lemon juice
rice , cooked

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
590
Sugar
2g
Fat
34g
Lina's Awesome Lebanese Spinach, Beef & Rice is a hearty and flavorful dish that combines the flavors of Lebanon in a savory and healthy meal. With the use of frozen spinach, this dish can be made year-round, and the one-pan preparation makes cooking and clean-up easy. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a meal prep option for lunch, this dish is sure to satisfy.

Instructions

1.Heat a large skillet over medium heat and drizzle with olive oil.
2.Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent.
3.Add ground beef, allspice, and cinnamon, and season with salt to taste. Cook and stir until the beef is browned and cooked through.
4.Add the drained and squeezed frozen spinach, minced garlic, and chopped cilantro to the pan. Stir well to combine.
5.Add water to the skillet until the ingredients are covered, then bring to a simmer over medium heat. Cover the pan and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 20 minutes.
6.Remove the cover and continue to simmer until most of the liquid has evaporated.
7.Squeeze lemon juice over the top of the dish and serve hot over cooked rice.

PROS

This recipe incorporates healthy spinach and fresh cilantro while remaining high in protein for a satisfying meal.

Lina’s Awesome Lebanese Spinach, Beef & Rice is a one-pan meal that is easy to prepare and perfect for leftovers.

CONS

The use of ground beef makes this dish high in saturated fat and calories.

The amount of salt used when seasoning can increase the sodium content of the dish.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Spinach is a nutrient-dense vegetable that is high in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron, calcium, and folate.
The antioxidants in cilantro have been shown to promote healthy digestion and may also have anti-inflammatory properties.
When consumed in moderation, lean ground beef can be a good source of protein and iron.

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