Spanokorizo Spinach and Rice Casserole

Discover the comforting flavors of Greek cuisine with this Spanokorizo Spinach and Rice Casserole, a hearty, vegetarian dish perfect for weeknight dinners or a flavorful side at your next gathering. Combining tender long-grain white rice, earthy fresh spinach, and a medley of dill, parsley, and zesty lemon juice, this baked casserole delivers a delightful balance of freshness and richness. Crowned with crumbled feta cheese for a tangy finish, it’s baked to perfection with a savory infusion of vegetable broth. Ready in under 50 minutes, this one-pan recipe highlights wholesome ingredients and easy preparation, making it a nutritious and satisfying addition to your meal rotation. Perfectly seasoned and oven-baked, it’s as comforting as it is delicious—your go-to choice for Mediterranean-inspired comfort food!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 16 ounces fresh spinach, roughly chopped
• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons dill, fresh and chopped
• 2 tablespoons parsley, fresh and chopped
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x9-inch casserole dish and set it aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the chopped spinach and cook for 4-5 minutes until wilted. Remove from heat.

Step 5

Rinse the rice under cold water to remove excess starch and drain well.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked spinach mixture, rinsed rice, vegetable broth, dill, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

Step 7

Transfer the mixture to the prepared casserole dish and spread it out evenly. Cover tightly with aluminum foil.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, remove the foil, sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the top, and bake uncovered for an additional 5 minutes.

Step 9

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm as a main dish or a side dish. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1567.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1632.7

Total Fat 100.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.4g
Cholesterol 200.0mg	0%
Sodium 5205.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 128.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.9g	0%
Total Sugars 18.1g
Protein 63.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1730.4mg	0%
Iron 20.0mg	0%
Potassium 3932.1mg	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: 54.1%

Protein: 15.2%

Carbs: 30.7%