Greek Spinach Rice (Spanakorizo)

Greek Spinach Rice (Spanakorizo)

With tons of fresh herb flavor, this Greek spinach rice is a simple dish with complex flavors. Serve as a side dish with grilled chicken, lamb, or stew, or by itself as a vegetarian main course. The fresh squeeze of lemon juice and feta crumble are critical to the taste — don't leave them out!

Preparation Time
15 mins
Cooking Time
35 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Calories
358 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Heat oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add rice and stir until every grain is coated in oil and you hear it start to sizzle. Stir in 2 teaspoons large-grain kosher salt, pepper, cayenne, and green onions and cook for about 1 minute.
Step 2
Add dill, mint, spinach, and 2 3/4 cups water. Mix until thoroughly combined and bring to a simmer.
Step 3
Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook until rice is tender, about 25 minutes. If rice is not quite ready at 25 minutes, add a splash of water, cover, and continue to cook until it is ready.
Step 4
Uncover and stir well. Cover again and let sit for 5 minutes. Taste and adjust salt if necessary.
Step 5
Divide rice mixture evenly into six bowls. Squeeze ½ lemon over each serving, then top with feta cheese, pickled onions, chili flakes, and a drizzle of olive oil.

Ingredients

  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 1 bunch green onions, thinly sliced
  • ¾ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
  • kosher salt to taste
  • 1 drizzle olive oil
  • 1 ½ cups medium-grain white rice
  • 2 teaspoons large-grain kosher salt
  • ½ cup packed finely chopped fresh dill
  • ½ cup packed finely chopped fresh mint leaves
  • 1 pound frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
  • 2 ¾ cups cold water, or more as needed
  • 3 medium lemons, cut in half
  • 2 tablespoons pickled red onions, or to taste (Optional)
  • 1 pinch hot chili flakes, or to taste (Optional)

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