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Greek Spinach and Rice Recipe

Greek Spinach and Rice

Tasty spinach and rice side dish.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 5 people
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup Rice
  • 6 ounces Tomato sauce
  • 20 ounces Fresh spinach
  • 1/3 cup Olive oil extra virgin
  • 1/2 Onion
  • 2 cups Water

Method
 

  1. Wash and dry spinach. Remove any tough stems.
    Greek Spinach and Rice Recipe
  2. Dice onion.
  3. Heat oil in a 4 quart pan and saute onion.
    Greek Spinach and Rice Recipe
  4. Add spinach, 1/3 at a time, and saute until all of the spinach has been incorporated.
    Greek Spinach and Rice Recipe
  5. Add tomato sauce and 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil and simmer for 10 minutes.
    Greek Spinach and Rice Recipe
  6. Add rice and bring to a boil. Simmer for 20-25 minutes.
  7. Serve and enjoy!