Best 7 Spinach Feta Rice Low Fat Recipes

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In the quest for healthy and scrumptious meals, "Spinach Feta Rice Low Fat" emerges as a culinary delight that caters to your taste buds and well-being. This dish strikes a perfect balance between gustatory pleasure and mindful eating, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a nutritious and flavorful meal. With its vibrant green spinach, tangy feta cheese, fluffy rice, and a symphony of aromatic spices, this low-fat recipe promises a culinary experience that will tantalize your taste buds while promoting a healthier lifestyle. Embark on this culinary journey and discover the secrets to crafting a lip-smacking dish that nourishes both your body and soul.

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SPINACH RICE WITH FETA



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This veggie filled Spinach Rice makes a great bed for grilled meats or vegetables, and adds an extra pop of flavor thanks to feta cheese.

Provided by Beth - Budget Bytes

Categories     Dinner     Side Dish

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 lb. frozen chopped spinach ($0.65)
2 cloves garlic, minced ($0.16)
2 Tbsp butter ($0.14)
1.5 cups long grain white rice ($0.93)
3/4 tsp salt ($0.03)
2.5 cups water ($0.16)
1 Tbsp lemon juice ($0.05)
2 oz. feta, crumbled ($1.10)

Steps:

  • Thaw the spinach by either letting it sit out at room temperature for an hour, or by microwaving for 1-2 minutes. Squeeze the excess moisture out of the spinach (it doesn't have to be extremely dry for this recipe, just make sure it's not pooling water).
  • Add the minced garlic and butter to a medium sauce pot. Sauté the garlic in the butter over medium heat for 1-2 minutes.
  • Add the spinach, rice, salt, lemon juice, and 2.5 cups water to the sauce pot. Stir briefly to combine.
  • Place a lid on the pot, turn the heat up to medium-high, and allow the water to come up to a boil. Once it reaches a full boil, turn the heat down to low, and let the rice simmer for 15 minutes. After 15 minutes, turn the heat off and let the pot rest, without removing the lid, for an additional five minutes.
  • Fluff the rice with a fork, gently folding the spinach back into the rice (it tends to float to the top during cooking). Finall, sprinkle the feta over top and fold to combine again. Serve hot!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cup, Calories 240.97 kcal, Carbohydrate 39.48 g, Protein 6.13 g, Fat 6.4 g, Sodium 464.14 mg, Fiber 1.73 g

GREEK RICE - RICE WITH SPINACH AND FETA



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This recipe for a delicious and easy rice side dish came from Michael at Gail's Recipe Swap, and I've fiddled with it a little. Although I don't get to eat rice often, this one looks so tasty I have to put it here for safe keeping when I get to splurge! :)

Provided by Julesong

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup uncooked long grain rice
1 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth or 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
3/4 cup diced onion
8 ounces sliced mushrooms
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano or 2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano
6 cups fresh Baby Spinach, washed and spun dry (if you use grown spinach, remove stems and coarsely chop it, too)
fresh ground black pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon dry sherry
4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Over medium heat in a saucepan, combine the rice, broth, and water, and bring to a boil.
  • Cover, reduce the heat to medium low, and let simmer for 15 to 18 minutes or until the rice has absorbed the liquid; transfer to a serving bowl and keep warm.
  • In a skillet over medium heat, melt the olive oil and butter together, then add the onion, mushrooms, and garlic for 5 to 7 minutes, then stir in the lemon juice and oregano.
  • Add the spinach and pepper, then sprinkle with the sherry and toss until the spinach is slightly wilted; remove from heat.
  • Add the crumbled feta and toss until the cheese begins to melt.
  • Add to the cooked rice, toss well, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 391, Fat 17.3, SaturatedFat 7.6, Cholesterol 34.4, Sodium 431.9, Carbohydrate 47, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 4.2, Protein 13

RICE WITH SPINACH AND FETA CHEESE



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Categories     Rice     Tomato     Side     Sauté     High Fiber     Dinner     Feta     Spinach     Simmer     Bon Appétit     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Serves 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 large garlic cloves, minced
1 1/4 cups long-grain white rice
2 cups canned beef broth or low-salt chicken broth
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 10-ounce packages fresh spinach leaves
1 cup chopped seeded tomatoes
1 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic and sauté until onion is tender, about 6 minutes. Add rice and stir until rice is translucent, about 2 minutes. Add broth and wine and bring to boil. Reduce heat to low; cover and cook until rice is almost tender, about 15 minutes. Mix in spinach. Cover and cook until rice and spinach are tender and all liquid is absorbed, about 8 minutes longer. Mix in tomatoes and cheese. Season with salt and pepper and serve.

GREEK-STYLE RICE WITH SPINACH, FETA, AND BLACK OLIVES



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Provided by Paula Wolfert

Categories     Olive     Rice     Side     Vegetarian     Feta     Spinach     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 4 as a side dish or supper with crusty bread

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 pounds fresh spinach, washed and tough stems removed
Coarse sea salt
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup thinly sliced scallions
3/4 cup finely chopped onions or leeks
1/2 cup fresh tomato purée reduced by boiling to 3 tablespoons
1/2 cup long-grain rice
1/4 cup chopped dill
Freshly ground black pepper
Oily black olives for garnish
Chunks of feta cheese or spoonfuls of thick yogurt for garnish

Steps:

  • Wash the spinach and tender stems until the water runs clean; drain. If leaves are large and crinkly, sprinkle lightly with salt and mix well. Let stand in a colander 15 minutes; rinse and squeeze out excess moisture. Shred the spinach to make about 3 cups.
  • Heat 3 tablespoons of the olive oil in a 10-inch straight-sided skillet. Add the scallions, onions, a pinch of salt, and 1/4 cup water and cook, covered, over medium-low heat for 10 minutes. When the water evaporates, slowly let the onions turn golden, stirring occasionally. Add 1 cup water, the reduced tomato purée, and rice. Cover and cook for 10 minutes.
  • Spread the spinach and dill over the rice, cover, and cook 10 minutes longer. Remove from heat, mix, then place a double thickness of paper toweling over the rice, cover again, and let stand until cool. Adjust the seasoning with black pepper and salt and drizzle with the remaining tablespoon olive oil. Serve at room temperature garnished with black olives and feta cheese or yogurt.

LOW FAT SPINACH FETA FRITTATA



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Make and share this Low Fat Spinach Feta Frittata recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Shirl J 831

Categories     Breakfast

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups cholesterol-free egg substitute
1/3 cup fat-free evaporated milk
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1/2 cup fine chopped green onion
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano or 1 1/2 teaspoons basil leaves
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups cooked spaghetti (4 oz)
4 ounces crumbled feta cheese with dried basil and tomato or 4 ounces plain feta cheese
nonstick cooking spray
diced red pepper (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat the broiler.
  • Combine egg substitute and milk in medium bowl; whisk together till well mixed.
  • Stir in spinach, green onion, oregano, salt and pepper.
  • Stir in noodles and feta.
  • Spray 10" cast iron pan or ovenproof skillet with spray.
  • heat over medium heat.
  • Add egg mixture and cook 5 minutes or till nearly cooked through, stirring occasionally.
  • Place skillet under broiler 3-5 minutes or till light brown and set.
  • Remove from broiler.
  • Cut in 4 wedges, top with red pepper if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233.6, Fat 4.4, SaturatedFat 1, Cholesterol 1.8, Sodium 391.8, Carbohydrate 28.9, Fiber 4, Sugar 4.3, Protein 20

SARAH'S FETA RICE PILAF



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Rice and orzo pasta merge with the flavors of onion and garlic to create this versatile side dish. Bulgarian feta gives the dish a decadent creaminess while spinach adds beautiful color. You can get Bulgarian feta cheese at most international grocery stores. Bulgarian feta is creamier than the Greek version which tends to be very dry.

Provided by jmerar

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes     Pilaf

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons butter
½ cup orzo pasta
½ cup diced onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup white rice
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup chopped spinach
½ cup chopped Bulgarian feta cheese

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a skillet over medium-low heat; cook and stir oro in the melted butter until golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir onion into orzo and cook until translucent, 5 to 10 minutes. Cook and stir garlic into orzo-onion mixture until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Mix rice and chicken broth into orzo-onion mixture; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover skillet, and simmer until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in spinach and feta. Cover and let stand until spinach is wilted and feta is melted, about 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295.2 calories, Carbohydrate 41 g, Cholesterol 34.5 mg, Fat 10.6 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 8.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 739.5 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

SPINACH FETA RICE "LOW FAT"



Spinach Feta Rice

I can't remember for the life of me where I got this recipe from...but it is one of my favorite side dishes. The flavors in this rice dish just tickle the tastebuds! :) I did try it with brown rice and it's equally as good, of course you have to alter the broth or water and cooking time a little if you do that. I have made this with a wild rice/white rice combo before too.

Provided by Wendy Rusch @AmmaWendy

Categories     Vegetables

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup(s) long grain white rice
1 cup(s) chicken broth
1 cup(s) water
1 medium onion, chopped
1 cup(s) fresh mushrooms, sliced
2 clove(s) garlic, minced
- non stick spray
1 tablespoon(s) lemon juice, fresh
1/2 teaspoon(s) oregano, dried
6 cup(s) spinach, fresh and chopped
4 ounce(s) feta cheese, crumbled
- black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine rice, broth and water in medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring once or twice. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer 15 min. or until liquid is absorbed. Cook and stir onion, mushrooms and garlic in large skillet coated with non stick spray, until onion is tender. Add cooked rice, lemon juice, oregano, spinach, tossing lightly until spinach is wilted. Add cheese and pepper, toss lightly. calories 195 fat 5 grams cholesterol 17 grams I have posted this recipe using wild rice, olive oil, butter and salt as well...as Spinach Feta Rice Combo... :o)

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your dish.
  • Don't overcook the rice. It should be cooked through but still have a slight bite to it.
  • Use a good quality feta cheese. Crumbled feta will give your dish the best flavor.
  • Add the spinach at the end of cooking. This will help to preserve its color and nutrients.
  • Season the dish to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other spices to your liking.
  • Serve the dish warm. It can be served as a main course or a side dish.

Conclusion:

Spinach, feta, and rice are a delicious and versatile combination. This recipe is a great way to enjoy these ingredients in a healthy and flavorful dish. It's also a great way to use up leftover rice. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is a great option for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this spinach, feta, and rice recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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