Herbaceous Greek Spanakorizo with Dill and Feta
This classic Greek recipe combines spinach, fragrant herbs, and creamy feta into a comforting yet refreshing rice dish. Perfect as a side or a vegetarian main course.
Preparation
Get these tasks done before you start cooking.
Preparing the Herb Mix
- 1
Combine the herbs
In a small bowl, combine the chopped dill, parsley, and lemon zest. Set aside to let the flavors meld.
- 2
Prepare the garnish
Crumble the feta cheese and prepare lemon wedges for garnish.
Cooking the Rice and Spinach
- 1
Heat the olive oil
Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
- 2
Sauté the onion
Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Cook the garlic
Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute.
Tip: Do not let the garlic brown, as it may turn bitter.
How to Make Herbaceous Greek Spanakorizo with Dill and Feta
Total time: 1 h · Yields 4 servings
- 1
Sautéing
Cook onions and garlic over medium heat until onions are translucent and garlic is fragrant, about 5-6 minutes.
- 2
Simmering
Add rice and vegetable broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-17 minutes until rice is tender.
- 3
Incorporating Spinach and Herbs
Once the rice is cooked, remove from heat. Stir in chopped spinach until just wilted, then fold in the herb mix for a burst of flavor.
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