Wednesday, August 16, 2006

Spanakorizo (Greek Rice and Spinach)

(adapted from VegNews)

Simple and delicious rice dish....

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • ~ 1 lb. of fresh spinach
  • 1 1/2 c. uncooked long grain white rice
  • 3 c. hot water or vegetable broth
  • 1 tsp. fresh dill or 1/2 tsp. dried dill
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • juice from 1 lemon
  • kalamata olives
  • 1 tomato
  • vegan "feta" (optional)
Heat oil in large pot or skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, cover and cook until softened (about 5 minutes).

Chop spinach and add to the pot. Cook until wilted (about 1 minute).

Stir in the rice, water or broth, dill, and salt and pepper. Bring to a boil.

Cover and simmer until the rice is cooked (about 20 minutes).

Add desired amount of chopped kalamata olives, diced tomato, and vegan feta.

Drizzle with lemon juice just before serving.

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