Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Greece with this delightful Oil-Free Greek Rice, or Spanakorizo, an easy-to-make dish your family will love.
Ingredients
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Base Ingredients:
- 3 cups cooked and refrigerated brown rice *
- 5 ½ cups (5 oz.) fresh baby spinach, rough chop
Skillet Ingredients:
- 1 large yellow onion, fine dice
- 1 Tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 ½ cups low-sodium vegetable broth *
- 1 Tablespoon tahini
- 2 Tablespoons lemon juice
Spice/Herb Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried mint (+/-) *
- ¼ teaspoon dried dill (+/-) *
- ¼ to 1 teaspoon sea salt (+/-)
Finishing Ingredients:
- Sprinkle dried mint
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Place the Spice/Herb Ingredients in a small bowl, mix well, set aside.
- In a large skillet, add the finely diced onions, sauté over medium-high heat for 7 to 10 minutes or until the onions are perfectly tender, add a splash of water, if needed to avoid burning.
- Then lower the heat to medium, add the minced garlic, sauté, stir constantly for one minute.
- Then add all the remaining Skillet Ingredients and the Spice/Herb Mix to the skillet, stir to incorporate, bring the mixture to a boil, then immediately lower to a simmer.
- Add the chopped baby spinach, stir and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add the cooked and refrigerated brown rice, stir to incorporate, then simmer for 5 minutes.
- Remove from the stove, cover with a tight-fitting lid and allow to sit for 5 minutes, then remove the cover and serve. Top individual servings with a sprinkle of dried mint and a little squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
Notes
*Please reference the blog post for Tips for Success, Pantry Items Used, Storage and Freezing, and Kitchen Products Used.
*Sea Salt: Please adjust the sea salt based upon your family’s sea salt preferences and/or based upon dietary needs.
*Serving: Makes 4 ½ to 5 cups (4 to 6)