Spinach and Rice (Spanakorizo) Recipe

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Brief

Prep 5 mins

Cook: 45 mins

Total: 50 mins

Servings: 4

Yield: 4 servings

Spinach and Rice (Spanakorizo) Recipe

Ingredients

⅓ cup olive oil

2 onions

chopped

2 pounds fresh spinach

rinsed and stemmed

1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce

2 cups water

1 teaspoon dried dill weed

1 teaspoon dried parsley

salt and pepper to taste

½ cup uncooked white rice

Greek Couscous

World Cuisine

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Saute onions in the oil until soft and translucent. Add spinach and cook stirring for a few minutes then pour in the tomato sauce and water. Bring to a boil and season with parsley dill salt and pepper. Stir in rice reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes or until rice is tender. Add more water if necessary.

Nutritional Information

Spinach and Rice (Spanakorizo) Recipe

Servings Per Recipe:4

Calories: 336.8

% Daily Value *

Protein: 9.8g 20%

Carbohydrates: 35.7g 12%

Dietary Fiber: 7.1g 29%

Sugars: 6.6g

Fat: 19.3g 30%

Saturated Fat: 2.7g 14%

Vitamin A Iu: 21507IU 430%

Niacin Equivalents: 5.4mg 42%

Vitamin B6: 0.6mg 39%

Vitamin C: 70.8mg 118%

Folate: 495.5mcg 124%

Calcium: 259.9mg 26%

Iron: 8mg 45%

Magnesium: 204.7mg 73%

Potassium: 1576.7mg 44%

Sodium: 552.7mg 22%

Thiamin: 0.3mg 33%

Calories From Fat: 173.6

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.