SPINACH RICE PILAF

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This Spinach Rice Pilaf is a great side to any chicken, meat or poultry. I was searching for this recipe after having this dish at a Greek resturant, and found it on another website. It has very little fat, and lots of spinach and other veggies, so it is healthy too.

Provided by ashleyann12

Categories     Long Grain Rice

Time 40m

Yield 6-8 cups, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
1 medium carrot, diced
1 small onion, diced
2 leeks, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
3/4 cup long-grain rice
1/2 cup canned tomato, chopped
1 cup chicken stock
1 pinch salt and pepper
1 lb spinach, rinsed, stems removed
2 teaspoons Italian parsley, chopped
2 sprigs dill, chopped 2 sprigs

Steps:

  • Heat oil in pan until hot. Saute carrot, onion, leeks and celery for 5 minutes. Add rice; saute 1 minute.
  • Add tomatoes; saute 2 minutes. Add all but 2 Tbsp stock. Bring to simmer; add salt and pepper. Cover; cook 10 minutes.
  • Add spinach; stir. Add remaining stock, if needed, and herbs. Cover; cook 5 minutes.

Elizabeth Marriott
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This is my new favorite rice pilaf recipe. It's so flavorful and easy to make. I highly recommend it!


Grace Omokhowa
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I made this pilaf for a potluck and it was a big hit! Everyone loved the flavor and the beautiful green color.


Ashim Ahmed
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This was a delicious and easy side dish. I served it with grilled chicken and it was a perfect complement.


Sheraz 123
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Followed the recipe exactly and it came out perfect! The rice was fluffy and flavorful, and the spinach added a nice pop of color.


Piyel Islam
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This was a great way to use up some leftover spinach. The pilaf was easy to make and it turned out delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Margaret Savage
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I'm not usually a fan of spinach, but this pilaf changed my mind. The spinach added a subtle flavor that really complemented the rice. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


jalal Muhammad
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This spinach rice pilaf was a hit with my family! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the rice was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.