Go Back
–+ servings
A bowl with a serving of spinach rice and a lemon wedge in it.
Print Recipe

Spinach Rice

Spinach Rice is an easy, flavorful twist on plain rice. Spinach adds color and subtle flavor, while lemon and dill bring brightness for a delicious side dish!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 256kcal
Author: Karin and Ken

Ingredients

  • 6 cups fresh spinach coarsely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 yellow onion chopped small (about 1 ½ cups)
  • ½ cup fresh dill chopped
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup basmati rice
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt

Instructions

  • Cook down spinach in a large pot or pan using medium-high heat, with 1 tablespoon olive oil and lemon juice. Set aside and allow any excess water to drain through a colander.
  • In a medium pot, sauté onion using the remaining olive oil on medium for about 6 minutes.
  • Add spinach, dill and water and bring to a boil over high heat.
  • Once boiling, add in rice and sea salt and reduce heat. Cover the pot and cook for 20-25 minutes until rice is soft.

Video

Notes

  • Rinse the rice: For fluffy rice, rinse it thoroughly before cooking to remove excess starch.
  • Test the rice: Taste test the rice to ensure it has enough seasoning and is fully cooked before serving.
  • Let it rest: Allow the rice to rest for a few minutes in the pot with the heat off to ensure the best texture.

Nutrition

Calories: 256kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 630mg | Potassium: 396mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 4674IU | Vitamin C: 23mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 2mg