Low Sodium Rice with Spinach

Elevate your weeknight meals with this satisfying and heart-healthy Low Sodium Rice with Spinach recipe—a wholesome dish that’s loaded with flavor and perfect for those watching their sodium intake. Featuring nutty brown rice, tender baby spinach, and a zesty hint of lemon, this recipe is seasoned simply with garlic, black pepper, dried oregano, and a touch of optional red pepper flakes for a kick. The quick sauté of fresh spinach ensures vibrant color and nutrients, while the steamed rice provides the perfect hearty base. Ready in under an hour, this one-pan side dish or light entrée is both meal-prep friendly and gluten-free, making it ideal for busy lifestyles.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Brown rice
• 2 cups Water
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 4 cups Baby spinach
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the brown rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.

Step 2

In a medium-sized saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the rinsed rice, reduce the heat to low, and cover. Let it simmer for about 30-35 minutes or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed.

Step 3

Once the rice is cooked, remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes to allow the rice to steam and fluff up.

Step 4

In a large skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Once heated, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.

Step 5

Add the baby spinach to the skillet and sauté until wilted, which should take about 2-3 minutes.

Step 6

Add the cooked rice to the skillet with the spinach. Stir well to combine.

Step 7

Season the rice and spinach mixture with black pepper, dried oregano, and an optional pinch of red pepper flakes for heat.

Step 8

Drizzle the mixture with lemon juice and stir again to ensure the flavors are evenly distributed.

Step 9

Serve the low sodium rice with spinach immediately, or let it cool and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(836.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	393.3

Total Fat 15.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 117.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 54.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.1g	0%
Total Sugars 1.3g
Protein 8.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 184.1mg	0%
Iron 5.4mg	0%
Potassium 145.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.2%

Protein: 8.8%

Carbs: 55.0%