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Spinach Rice

Spinach rice is a vibrant, nutritious dish combining fresh spinach with fragrant rice and aromatic spices. Perfect as a standalone meal or a tasty side, this recipe is easy to prepare and full of flavour.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 298 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 250 g Rice basmati, rinsed
  • 200 g Spinach Leaves fresh, chopped
  • 1 medium Onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 tsp Cumin Seeds
  • 1/2 tsp Chilli Flakes
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 500 ml Water

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds.
  • Add chopped onions and minced garlic. Sauté until onions are soft and translucent.
  • Stir in chopped spinach leaves and cook until wilted.
  • Add rinsed basmati rice to the pan. Stir well to combine with the spinach mixture.
  • Season with chilli flakes, and salt. Mix until evenly distributed.
  • Pour in water and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low, cover the pan, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked through and water is absorbed.
  • Once cooked, fluff the rice with a fork and serve hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 298kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 6gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 346mgPotassium: 412mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 4770IUVitamin C: 17mgCalcium: 74mgIron: 4mg
Keyword Cooking, Food, Healthy, Recipe, Rice, Spinach
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