Best 5 Sun Dried Tomato Spinach Rice Pilaf Recipes
Are you searching for a flavorful and easy-to-make rice dish that will impress your family and friends? Look no further than sun dried tomato spinach rice pilaf! This delectable dish is a perfect blend of aromatic flavors and vibrant colors. Made with sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, long-grain rice, and a blend of spices, this pilaf is sure to become a new favorite in your kitchen.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
SUN-DRIED TOMATO SPINACH RICE PILAF
This is fabulous with fish and/or chicken. It can easily be made vegetarian by using vegetable broth instead of chicken. It's quick, easy and was a hit with my family. Hope you enjoy.
Provided by PookeyLumLum
Categories White Rice
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add minced onion and garlic and saute for 2 minutes.
- Add the sun-dried tomatoes and saute another minute.
- Add the Jasmine rice and saute one minute.
- Add the salt, pepper, bouillon cubes and water and stir.
- Cover and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat when boiling and simmer 15 minutes. (No peaking! Do not remove the lid while cooking!).
- After 15 minutes, remove from heat and stir in the fresh spinach and lemon juice.
- Cover and let steam 15 minutes. Voila!
BASMATI-SUN-DRIED TOMATO RICE PILAF
Make and share this Basmati-Sun-Dried Tomato Rice Pilaf recipe from Food.com.
Provided by TishT
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 40m
Yield 4 cups, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oil in medium saucepan over medium heat until hot.
- Add shallots; sauté 1 to 2 minutes or until soft.
- Add rice; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Add tomatoes, salt, pepper and stock; mix well.
- Cover; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low; simmer 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
- Place in serving bowl; top with cheese.
SPINACH AND RICE (SPANAKORIZO)
This is a Greek side dish that our family loves. Add a little Feta cheese and fresh lemon after it's cooked and you have heaven.
Provided by Kathy Bezemes Walstrom
Categories Side Dish Rice Side Dish Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Saute onions in the oil until soft and translucent. Add spinach, and cook stirring for a few minutes, then pour in the tomato sauce and water. Bring to a boil, and season with parsley, dill, salt and pepper. Stir in rice, reduce heat to low, and simmer uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes, or until rice is tender. Add more water if necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 336.8 calories, Carbohydrate 35.7 g, Fat 19.3 g, Fiber 7.1 g, Protein 9.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 552.7 mg, Sugar 6.6 g
TOMATO RICE PILAF
Parsley, green onions and tomatoes add festive color to this mild rice dish from Carole Fraser of Toronto, Ontario. "I serve this pilaf quite often as a change from potatoes. It complements any type of meat or chicken."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 25m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a 3-cup microwave-safe dish, melt butter. Stir in the rice and onion. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 2-3 minutes or until rice is lightly browned and onion is tender, stirring once. Add broth. , Cover and cook on high for 13-15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Stir in the green onion, tomato and parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 216 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 418mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
SPINACH AND SUN-DRIED TOMATO PASTA
I created this simple Sicilian-style pasta dish one day when trying to use up some sun-dried tomatoes.
Provided by madball911
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, bring the broth to a boil. Remove from heat. Place the sun-dried tomatoes in the broth 15 minutes, or until softened. Drain, reserving broth, and coarsely chop.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place penne pasta in the pot, cook 9 to 12 minutes, until al dente, and drain.
- Place the pine nuts in a skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir until lightly toasted.
- Heat the olive oil and red pepper flakes in a skillet over medium heat, and saute the garlic 1 minute, until tender. Mix in the spinach, and cook until almost wilted. Pour in the reserved broth, and stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Continue cooking 2 minutes, or until heated through.
- In a large bowl, toss the cooked pasta with the spinach and tomato mixture and pine nuts. Serve with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 340.3 calories, Carbohydrate 52 g, Cholesterol 4.4 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 6.1 g, Protein 14.7 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 386.1 mg, Sugar 4 g
Tips:
- To save time, use pre-cooked rice or microwaveable rice packets.
- If you don't have sun-dried tomatoes on hand, you can use 1/4 cup of chopped fresh tomatoes.
- Feel free to add other vegetables to this dish, such as chopped zucchini, bell peppers, or mushrooms.
- If you like a cheesy rice pilaf, stir in 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
- Serve this rice pilaf as a side dish with grilled chicken, fish, or steak.
Conclusion:
Sun-dried tomato spinach rice pilaf is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is packed with flavor from the sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and garlic, and the rice is cooked to perfection. This dish is also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy side dish, give this rice pilaf a try. You won't be disappointed!
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