Best 12 Spinach Almond Rice Recipes

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Spinach almond rice is a healthy and flavorful Indian dish that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. It is made with basmati rice, spinach, almonds, and spices. The dish is typically served with yogurt or raita. Spinach almond rice is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables and it is also a good source of protein and fiber. It is a popular dish in many parts of India and is often served at special occasions.

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SPINACH RICE



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Even if you don't like spinach, you will love this creamy rice dish. Add more or less jalapeno peppers to your liking.

Provided by Marites

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

⅓ cup uncooked long grain white rice
⅔ cup water
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
¼ cup milk
2 fresh jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons butter
½ cup chopped onion
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
4 ounces processed cheese food, cubed

Steps:

  • In a pot, bring the rice and water to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer 20 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a medium baking dish.
  • In a bowl, mix the soup, milk, jalapeno peppers, salt, and pepper.
  • Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat, and cook the onion until tender. Mix in the cooked rice and spinach. Pour the soup mixture into the skillet, and continue cooking until heated through. Mix in the cubed processed cheese, and transfer to the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake 25 minutes in the preheated oven, until bubbly and lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207.4 calories, Carbohydrate 17.9 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 12.1 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 7.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 830.3 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

SPINACH-RICE WITH ALMONDS



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Add a little extra bite to your mealtime with Spinach-Rice with Almonds. Spinach-Rice with Almonds is a wild rice pilaf that pairs with a number of dishes.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 35m

Yield Makes 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup chopped onions
1 Tbsp. oil
1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen chopped spinach, thawed, drained
1 pkg. (6 oz.) long grain & wild rice
2 cups water
1/3 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Cook and stir onions in hot oil in large skillet on medium heat 2 min. or until tender. Add spinach and rice; mix well. Cook 2 min.
  • Add water and contents of seasoning packet; stir. Bring to boil; cover. Simmer on medium-low heat 18 to 20 min. or until liquid is absorbed.
  • Stir in nuts; cook until heated through, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 420 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 6 g

BABY SPINACH WITH ALMONDS AND GOLDEN RAISINS



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Yes, both bacon and butter can be part of healthy recipes! We use just a small amount of each in this low-calorie Spanish-inspired side dish, saving the butter for the very end so it has more impact.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons sliced almonds
2 slices bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 small shallot, chopped
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 1/2 pounds baby spinach leaves
1/4 teaspoon Spanish smoked sweet paprika
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup golden raisins
1 tablespoon unsalted butter

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spread the almonds out on a rimmed baking sheet and toast until light brown and fragrant, about 8 minutes. Set aside.
  • Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until brown and crispy, about 5 minutes. Remove the skillet from the heat and transfer the cooked bacon with a slotted spoon to a small bowl, leaving the drippings in the skillet.
  • Return the skillet to medium heat, add the shallots and 1 tablespoon water and cook, stirring, until soft, about 3 minutes. Add the vinegar and cook until it is reduced and the shallots are glazed, about 3 minutes more. Add the spinach in batches, stirring to wilt before adding more. When all the spinach has been added, raise the heat to high, add the paprika, red pepper flakes, 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper and cook, covered, for 2 minutes. Remove the lid, stir in the raisins, toasted almonds, reserved bacon and butter and serve.

SPINACH ALMOND SALAD



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Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, salads and dressings

Time 10m

Yield 3 or 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups spinach leaves
1/4 pound mushrooms, sliced
2 tablespoons toasted sliced almonds
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoon tarragon vinegar
1/2 teaspoon crushed tarragon
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Remove tough stems from spinach; wash and dry and tear into bite-size pieces. Place in serving bowl with mushrooms and almonds.
  • Combine remaining ingredients in saucepan and heat to boiling. Pour hot dressing over salad and toss. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 95, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 3 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 26 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

ALMOND RICE



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A side of fragrant Almond Rice perfectly compliments most any dish. "When I serve this, I sprinkle the edges of a large serving platter with fresh parsley, add the Almond Rice and then top that with the scallops. It makes a pretty presentation." Tonya Michelle Burkhard, - Davis, IL

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1-1/2 cups water
1-1/2 cups uncooked instant rice
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring the water, rice and butter to a boil. Remove from the heat. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes or until water is absorbed. Stir in the almonds, salt and pepper. Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 172mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

SPINACH AND RICE



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Dill and oregano do a nice job of dressing up this dish. It makes a great side with savory lamb or pork chops. -Laura Nurse, Lilburn, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 green onions, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup uncooked brown rice
2-3/4 cups water
1/3 cup snipped fresh dill
2 tablespoons minced fresh oregano
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute onions in oil until tender. Add rice; cook and stir for 3-4 minutes or until rice is lightly browned., Stir in the water, dill, oregano, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 35-40 minutes or until rice is tender. Add spinach; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 242mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHICKPEA, SPINACH & ALMOND BUTTER BOWL



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Combine chickpeas and spinach with almond butter and spices to make this veg-packed family supper. Ready in just 25 minutes, serve with rice

Provided by Melissa Thompson - Journalist and food writer

Categories     Dinner, Supper

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 13

vegetable oil, for frying
1 large onion, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, crushed
2½cm piece of ginger, peeled and grated
1 tsp ground coriander
2 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground turmeric
½ tsp fenugreek
400g can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
300ml vegetable stock
2 tbsp unsalted almond butter
200g spinach, roughly chopped
cooked rice, to serve

Steps:

  • Heat some oil in a pan over a medium heat and fry the onions for 5 mins. Add 50ml water and cook for 7 mins more until just brown. Add the garlic and ginger.
  • Combine the coriander, cumin, turmeric, fenugreek and some pepper with 2 tbsp water, and tip into the pan. Cook for 5 mins more, then stir in the chickpeas.
  • Stir in the stock and almond butter, then add the spinach and cook for 3-5 mins more until the spinach has wilted. Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 356 calories, Fat 14 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 33 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 10 grams sugar, Fiber 14 grams fiber, Protein 18 grams protein, Sodium 0.5 milligram of sodium

BAKED SPINACH RICE



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A favorite family casserole, updated. My mother served this as a side dish for company. I have adapted it, using fresh spinach and other embellishments.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     casseroles, side dish

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound spinach (about 2 bunches), washed
1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice, such as Carolina or jasmine
Salt and pepper
2 tablespoons butter, plus more to butter the baking dish
1 cup grated Parmesan
1/2 cup slivered almonds
1 cup ricotta
1 cup grated Gruyère or other Swiss cheese
1/4 cup currants
Pinch of grated nutmeg
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon chopped thyme
1 teaspoon chopped sage

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of well-salted water to a boil. Add spinach and wilt for 30 seconds. Remove with a wire mesh spider or tongs and rinse in a colander with cold water. Squeeze dry and chop roughly.
  • In the same pot, boil the rice for 10 minutes, keeping it slightly underdone. Drain and spread on a baking sheet to cool, then transfer to a large bowl.
  • Heat oven to 375 degrees. Butter a 2-quart soufflé dish (or other baking dish) and dust with about 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan.
  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Add almonds and cook, stirring, until golden, about 2 minutes. Season lightly with salt and add contents of skillet to rice.
  • Add remaining Parmesan to rice, along with the ricotta, Gruyère, currants, nutmeg, lemon zest, thyme and sage. Season lightly with salt and add pepper to taste. Add chopped spinach and gently toss rice with hands or wooden spoons to distribute ingredients evenly. Transfer mixture to prepared baking dish. (May be prepared up to this point several hours in advance of baking.)
  • Cover and bake for 30 minutes, then uncover and bake 10 minutes more, until top is browned.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 348, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 14 grams, Fat 24 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 22 grams, SaturatedFat 13 grams, Sodium 633 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

RICE WITH ALMONDS AND RAISINS



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The rice is cooked in chicken broth instead of water to give it a good flavor. This dish would complement any meat, poultry, or fish. Delicious!

Provided by Annette

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon butter
⅓ cup finely chopped onion
1 cup uncooked white rice
2 tablespoons raisins
1 ½ cups chicken broth
salt and pepper to taste
¼ cup sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Saute onion, stirring, until tender. Stir in the rice, raisins, broth, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer 15 to 20 minutes, or until rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed. Stir in almonds before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261.8 calories, Carbohydrate 44.6 g, Cholesterol 9.5 mg, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 382.7 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

INDIAN TOFU AND SPINACH OVER ALMOND RICE



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Make and share this Indian Tofu and Spinach over Almond Rice recipe from Food.com.

Provided by dicentra

Categories     Soy/Tofu

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups basmati rice
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 (14 ounce) container firm tofu, patted dry and cut into 1-1/2 inch dices
salt & freshly ground black pepper
4 garlic cloves, chopped
3 inches piece fresh ginger, peeled and grated
1 large yellow onion, chopped
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon ground coriander
2 (10 ounce) boxes frozen spinach, defrosted, squeezed dry of excess liquid in a kitchen towel
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups vegetable stock or 2 cups broth
2 tablespoons curry paste
1/4 cup prepared mango chutney
1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas
1 cup sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Prepare the rice according to the package directions.
  • Preheat a large, deep nonstick skillet over medium-high heat with the vegetable oil. Add the tofu, season with salt and pepper, and lightly brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
  • Remove the tofu from the skillet and reserve on a plate. To the same skillet, add the garlic, ginger, onions, cumin and coriander.
  • Sauté together for 4 to 5 minutes or until the onions are tender. Add the spinach and continue to cook for 2 minutes. Add the flour and cook for 1 minute.
  • Add the vegetable stock and bring to a bubble. Add the curry paste, mango chutney, and chick peas, then return the browned tofu to the skillet, reduce the heat to medium low, and simmer the curry for 8 to 10 minutes.
  • While the curry is simmering, toast the almonds in a small dry skillet over medium heat until golden. Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork, add the toasted almonds, and stir with the fork.
  • Serve the curry in shallow bowls with a scoop of almond rice on top (rice on the bottom gets too mushy).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 855.3, Fat 31.4, SaturatedFat 3.9, Sodium 457.2, Carbohydrate 118.9, Fiber 18.6, Sugar 5, Protein 32.9

SPINACH SALAD WITH ORANGES AND ALMONDS



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Categories     Salad     No-Cook     Kentucky Derby     Orange     Almond     Spinach     Spring     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
3 green onions, minced
3 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon
1 teaspoon grated orange peel
4 oranges
1 1/2 6-ounce packages baby spinach
2/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Whisk first 7 ingredients in small bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Cut peel and white pith from oranges. Working over medium bowl, cut between membranes to release segments. (Dressing and oranges can be made 1 day ahead. Cover separately and chill. Rewhisk dressing before using.)
  • Combine spinach, half of almonds, and all orange segments in large bowl with enough dressing to coat. Divide among 6 plates. Sprinkle with almonds.

MEDITERRANEAN SPINACH AND RICE



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from Kraft Foods. If you make the recipe as-is, it is more spinach-y and less rice-y. A 10-oz block of frozen spinach works nicely. I prefer more rice, so I use less spinach and usually go with brown rice. Great additions at the end include: chicken, toasted almonds, dried fruit, herbs to your liking, and anything else your heart desires! Note: Cooking time omits the time to cook the rice (you can use minute rice, a rice cooker, or stovetop - whatever you prefer).

Provided by mikey ev

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup long grain white rice
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup golden raisin
1 lb spinach leaves, washed dried, and coarsely chopped (or 10 oz frozen spinach thawed)
1 medium red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1/2 teaspoon pepper
salt

Steps:

  • Cook rice according to package directions, omitting oil and salt.
  • Heat a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
  • Add oil and garlic.
  • Stir until garlic is light golden brown, about 2 minutes.
  • Add raisins and cook for 1 minute.
  • Add spinach 1/3 at a time, tossing quickly just until each addition begins to wilt.
  • Add cooked rice, red bell pepper, feta cheese, and pepper.
  • Stir briefly to combine and season with salt to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264, Fat 5.6, SaturatedFat 2.3, Cholesterol 11.1, Sodium 204.5, Carbohydrate 49.1, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 16, Protein 7.3

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh spinach. If using frozen spinach, thaw it completely and squeeze out any excess water before using.
  • Use a good quality rice. Basmati or jasmine rice works well for this dish.
  • Toast the almonds before adding them to the rice. This will bring out their flavor and make them more crunchy.
  • Use vegetable broth or water for cooking the rice. If using water, add a little bit of salt to taste.
  • Don't overcook the rice. It should be cooked through but still have a little bit of a bite to it.
  • Serve the rice immediately, while it's still hot. It can be served as a main course or a side dish.

Conclusion:

Spinach almond rice is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its vibrant green color and nutty flavor, this dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. Give it a try today!

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