Greek Spanakorizo (Spinach Rice) This Greek spinach rice recipe (spanakorizo) is a simple, healthy Mediterranean dish made with rice, fresh spinach, garlic, herbs, and bright lemon. It’s comforting, flavorful, and comes together with pantry staples—perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep. Spanakorizo is a traditional Greek recipe combining spinach and rice into a creamy, herb-packed dish that can be served as a vegetarian main or an easy side. Why you’ll love this recipe: • Easy one-pot Greek recipe • Healthy Mediterranean diet meal • Vegetarian + gluten-free option • Budget-friendly + meal prep friendly • Ready in about 1 hour Ingredients: ▢1 cup medium grain rice ▢1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil ▢1 yellow onion, chopped ▢1 pound baby spinach ▢1 lemon, juiced ▢2 cloves garlic, minced ▢2 tablespoons tomato paste ▢Kosher salt ▢black pepper ▢1 1/2 teaspoon dried mint ▢1 teaspoon dried dill ▢Feta, for garnish Soak the rice: Rinse the rice well a few times until the water runs clear. Put the rice in a bowl and add water to cover it by 1 inch. Let sit to soak for 20 minutes or until you can easily break one grain of rice between your fingers. Saute the spinach: Heat 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil in a braising pan. Add the onions and cook for 5 minutes, stirring regularly, until soft and golden brown. Add the spinach, lemon juice, garlic, tomato paste, and a big pinch of kosher salt and black pepper. Sautee the spinach until just wilted. Stir in the mint and dill. Add the rice to the pan: Drain the rice well and add it to the pan. Add 1 ½ cups of warm water. Bring to a boil for 3 minutes until the water reduces a bit. Turn the heat to low and cover. Cook: Let the rice cook undisturbed for 20 minutes or until the rice is tender and fully cooked through and all the liquid has been absorbed. Rest: Once cooked, let the rice sit covered for 5 to 10 minutes before serving. Serve: When ready, fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with feta, additional finely chopped spinach, or minced parsley, if you like. Whether you’re looking for Mediterranean diet recipes, Greek recipes, healthy rice dishes, or easy vegetarian dinners, this spanakorizo is one you’ll make on repeat. #greekrecipe #greekfood #ricerecipe #spinach #spanakorizo - @themediterraneandish