I was looking for some Greek side dishes to go with my lamb souvlaki when I came across the concept of spanakorizo or Greek spinach rice. At its base it is just what it sounds like, spinach and rice along with some Greek seasonings. Lemon, dill and feta are some of my favorite flavours and since I already had them out for other parts of the meal they went into the spinach rice as well. Though this rice dish is pretty simple to make already, if you are in a pinch for time or oven space you can cook it in a rice cooker. The light and fluffy rice with lemon, dill and feta was really tasty and went well with the rest of the meal! I have a feeling that I will be making this a lot.
Spanakorizo (Greek Spinach Rice)
Servings: 4
ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (chopped)
- 1 bunch spinach (roughly chopped)
- 1 cup long grained rice (I used brown rice)
- 2 1/2 cups chicken broth (or water)
- 1/4 cup parsley (chopped)
- 1/4 cup dill (chopped)
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 lemon (juice and zest)
- 1/4 cup feta (crumbled, optional)
directions
- Heat the oil in a pan.
- Add the onion and saute until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the garlic and saute until fragrant, about a minute.
- Add the and spinach and cook until the spinach wilts.
- Add the rice, chicken stock, parsley, dill and season with salt and pepper and bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat, cover and simmer until the rice is cooked, about 20 minutes (50 minutes for brown rice).
- Hit with a splash lemon juice and garnish with feta.
Oh my, how simple yet beautiful. And a lovely pairing with the lamb I might add.
man, that combo of flavors sounds absolutely amazing.
I love this dish…I make it all the time. It is amazing and perfect, altho I am going to try uyour version next time.
what a fabulous rice dish!! that will be PERFECT with your dinner :0)
I love coming home after a busy day and preparing a really simple meal–especially involving rice. This one looks like it might be one of my next rice creations. I like the simplicity of this and the blending of the flavors.
After all these spectacular Greek ideas I have to make something Greek!!!
youre on a greek recipe roll! Loving it!
Your rice looks lovely! The colors are so vibrant and inviting. Great job!
What a simple combination, but it sounds absolutely delicious! I can’t wait to try it… have to wait until I get past my Passover meal planning to make it.
And a fine recipe this is! Stunning photo too. Dill and feta are a perfect accompaniment to the rice and spinach. No matter how busy my day is, I always find the time to visit your blog.
I have a feeling I would make a lot of that too! What a great side dish!
lovely… love feta, love spinach but the most I love rice :))
perfect ingredients
this would be a hit in my house
bookmarked
What a delightful combination of flavors…love anything with spinach, so this is a must make. Thanks!
This sounds fantastic! I can’t wait to try it.
Sounds like a tasty way of using leftovers or making it as a side dish.
Quick and easy, and looks lovely!
Ooo that sounds and looks like some really awesome rice! I must try it.
This does sound wonderfully delicious- a combination of cheese and spinach. mmm
Yum. That would be good with toasted pine nuts, too.
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Sound like something I could eat, just like that! But if there is lamb (as sides), I don’t mind 😛
spinach & feta combo…i always loveee…and i cant live without rice ^_^
Looks great!I love rice dishes. Lovely pic.
I love Greek food and I’ve mad a lot but I’ve never got around tyo making this, it looks and sounds realy good. I bet it’s moreish!!
Kevin, the Spanakorizo look fab but next time incorporate a stock and the spinach gets boild and braised with everything.
The result is a darker spinach dish but much more flavourful.
Oh lovely! What a meal? Wow
Yum yum yum. Did you wash all this down with shots of Ouzo or Raki 🙂
This looks so delicious.. i never tried this before. i can have spinach dishes daily 😀
I want some! I’m always looking for good side dish recipes, and this one looks delicious and easy.
Kevin, that dish looks fabulous! I have never had rice with spinach, but the concept sounds very delicious.
This is something that I definitely have to make.
That looks like a great side dish. Lovely flavour combination.
Kevin looks fantastic, Love it!!!! Gloria
Yum! I love Greek food but rarely make it. I might have to fix that!
Delicious, Kevin. I love rice and spinach but haven’t had them together like this. Yummy!
What a great idea for a side dish!
I love spinach more than a young girl should, and this looks great, especially alongside the lamb…
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you have inspired me to post some food on my blog too…
love popping by here…but not when I’m hungry…lol
Simple, lovely… Our spinach is so nice right now I’m trying to put it into everything…
What a great and healthy combination!!
Kevin, I just made spinach rice and it turned out nicely! I used medium grain rice called baldo, and it was good. I think extra care should be taken not to overcook the rice – otherwise it will be too soft and mushy. Thank you for sharing! Was lovely!
This is the perfect side dish Kevin. I have tried this on occasion myself…LOVE IT:D
i love greek food but have never had this before, it looks delicious!
That looks fantastic. I’m working my way through your Greek labels–so far you’ve got all my favorites covered. Yum!
oh wow, i love spanikopitas and will definitely love this one too!
I just made this and it was delicious! http://joanne-eatswellwithothers.blogspot.com/2010/06/spanakorizo-and-baked-falafel-with.html
Quick, easy and delicious, like all your ideas. Thanks Kevin!
Fantastic! I have a new regular rice or spinach dish! Love your Blog!
Great recipe. Topped it with slow cooked lamb. Big hit with the wife and I!
Soundsdelicious! I think I may add some shrimp and tomatoes and make it a complete meal… Yummmm.